Ho Chi Minh City experienced increased reporting of measles, dengue fever and hand, foot and mouth disease in the first week of January, according to a local news source. The 60 measles cases, from 24 city districts, were of most concern as ‘there had been no measles cases in January 2018’. Read more. Provinces in the far south of Thailand remain in the grip of a measles outbreak which started in September. There have been more than 3,000 cases and 22 reported deaths in the region. Read more
Advice for travellers
Measles occurs in developing and developed countries and unvaccinated travellers are at particular risk, both in transit and during their stay. While generally benign, infection can result in severe illness or death. Travelvax Australia recommends travellers check their immunisation status for measles and other childhood diseases such as diphtheria, whooping cough (pertussis) and mumps at least 6 weeks before departure. Read more about measles.
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.