Nine people in Edo state, Nigeria, have died from yellow fever infections in the last month, according to Nigerian health officials. Nigeria has been battling a yellow fever outbreak since Sep 12, 2017. As of Nov 25, 2018, a total of 3,510 suspected cases, including 74 deaths, have been reported in all 36 states. The case-fatality rate is 2.1%. 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.