With a view to managing the (limited) risk of mosquito-borne infections during summer months, a useful job to do around the house that has been suggested during lockdown is the removal of potential breeding sites. Locations in the south (particularly SE districts and Corsica) have reported increasing numbers of dengue and chikungunya infections in recent years, during warmer weather. Read more
Before you travel, call Travelvax Australia’s telephone advisory service on 1300 360 164 (toll-free from landlines) for country-specific advice and information. You can also make an appointment at your nearest Travelvax clinic to obtain vaccinations, medication to prevent or treat illness, and accessories for your journey.