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Egypt: Fugu puffer fish
The health authorities are warning against the consumption of buffer fish products that have reached the markets. The buffer fish has migrated from the Indian Ocean via the Red Sea and the Suez Canal into the waters of the Mediterranean and is an invasive species. It can grow to more than one metre in length. It has been found in coastal waters from Turkey, Syria, Cyprus and Egypt to Gibraltar. The takifugu (fugu) or pufferfish can contain the toxin tetrodotoxin, which it absorbs and accumulates in the food chain via toxic microorganisms. The toxin is heat-resistant and odourless.
Tetrodotoxin is an extremely strong toxin that is mainly found in the liver and gonads of some fish such as pufferfish, hogfish and toadfish as well as in some amphibian, octopus and shellfish species. Poisoning in humans occurs when the muscle meat of fish is improperly prepared and consumed. Tetrodotoxin interferes with the transmission of signals from the nerves to the muscles and causes progressive muscle paralysis. The symptoms can lead to paralysis, unconsciousness, respiratory arrest and death within a few hours of consumption. There is no antidote.
United Kingdom: Pertussis (whooping cough) infant mortality rate
Since January 2024, the UK has recorded 4793 confirmed cases of whooping cough, 181 of which were in infants under 3 months of age, 8 of whom died as a result of the disease. Pregnant women have been urged to get vaccinated against whooping cough so that their babies are protected by antibodies that pass through the placenta.
Sri Lanka, Bangladesh: Dengue
Health officials warn of an increase in dengue cases due to persistent rain. Sri Lanka has reported 24'815 dengue cases and 9 deaths so far in 2024. In Bangladesh, 110 patients are currently being treated in different hospitals across the country. Since 1 January 2024, 2'853 dengue cases have been reported. Last year [2023], a total of 1'705 people lost their lives to dengue fever, making it the deadliest year on record.
France: Paris 2024 - Olympic Games
The Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris will take place from July 26 to August 11, 2024 and from August 28 to September 8, 2024 respectively. The events will mainly take place in the city of Paris, the greater Paris area and other cities throughout the country.
Vietnam: Rise in malaria cases in Khanh Hoa province
According to media reports citing health authorities, there has been a significant increase in malaria cases in Khanh Hoa province in southern Vietnam. Since January 2024, 90 cases have been reported, mainly in Khanh Vinh district.
Africa: Dengue outbreaks in 2024
During the first four months of the year, a total of 32'925 dengue cases (14'095 confirmed) and 57 deaths were recorded in 13 African countries. The countries affected are: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cabo Verde, Côte d'Ivoire, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Niger, São Tomé and Principe, Senegal and the Seychelles. Most cases were reported in Burkina Faso (174'356 cases and 780 deaths), followed by Mauritius.
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Updates of recommendations
Find out about the latest content updates on the websiteDengue vaccination - Statement of the EKRM
Two vaccines exist for dengue fever: Dengvaxia® and Qdenga®. The ERKM advises against Qdenga® vaccination for those without prior dengue infection but may recommend it for certain travelers. ECTM Statement
Updates - Entry Requirements
Country list on yellow fever vaccination and entry requirements, including entry requirements for polio, measles and others can be found in the Pro Version on www.healthytravel.ch.
Country list with the malaria risk and prevention measures
In the PRO version of HealthyTravel, the country list with the malaria risk and prevention measures per country according to the 2023 update is available in the documents for health professionals.
Worldwide: Polio vaccination recommendations updated
The Swiss Expert Committee has updated the polio vaccination recommendations on the country pages. Please pay attention to the changes!