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Global Travel Health Blog on Chikungunya
Chikungunya is an arbovirus which is not a new threat to travelers but is increasing in frequency and a growing public health concern in recent years. It is vector-borne, spread by the bite of a mosquito, Aedes aegypti (and albopictus),...
Insect Bite Avoidance
KEY FACTS Some bites cause irritation, while others lead to allergic reactions or infections at the bite site. Insects spread serious diseases like malaria, dengue, chikungunya, Zika and yellow fever. Avoiding insect bites is a key measure to prevent infection,...
Malaria Fact Sheet
KEY FACTS Malaria is a disease spread by mosquitoes It is widespread in many tropical areas, but most cases (over 90%) happen in Africa Each year, malaria causes around 600,000 deaths, including in people who travel to risk areas Travel...
