Low rainfall and dry conditions increase the Aedes mosquito breeding sites by increasing locally stored water for domestic use during drier seasons. The latest seasonal forecasts indicate a particularly high likelihood of below-normal rainfall in Indonesia, Timor-Leste and Myanmar. Read more
Advice for travellers
The presence of Chikungunya, dengue and Zika virus should emphasise the importance of taking steps to avoid bites from the day-time feeding mosquitoes that spread them. With no vaccine or prevention medication to protect travellers, using an effective, tropical-strength repellent to avoid insect bites is a must.
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.