The WHO has been advised of three yellow fever (YF) cases from widespread locations – one each in the districts of Kato (near the capital, Bamako) and Sikasso (SE, bordering Côte d’Ivoire), and also one in the Côte d’Ivoire itself (Kérégouana village). While the YF vaccine was introduced into the national schedule in 2002, there has not been a vaccination campaign in the affected areas (or nationally) since 2008. The WHO regional report noted that ‘10 cases were detected in Mali in 2015’. Read more
Advice for travellers
Yellow fever virus is a mosquito-borne disease found in tropical and subtropical areas in Central/South America and Africa. While it can be severe, yellow fever infection is a very rare in Australian travellers. However, under the International Health Regulations (IHR), proof of vaccination may be required of any traveller entering or leaving an area at risk of yellow fever transmission. Read more about yellow fever.
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.