Cases of Oropouche virus disease have broken out in Brazil, Bolivia, Colombia, Peru and Cuba - and Brits heading out of the European Union to South America have been warned
British holidaymakers are being alerted to a new "active outbreak" of a virus transmitted by midge and mosquito bites with symptoms including fever, chills, and headaches.
The UK Foreign Office warned: "Before you travel check that your destination can provide the healthcare you may need and you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation. This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant." Travellers are also advised to be aware of the health risks in Bolivia, which include the Oropouche virus disease. The Lancet has reported there were 8,078 confirmed cases of Oropouche fever across Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, and Peru, as of 1 August 2024.
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