Malaria risk in Chocó, Colombia

Four children are among the 15 people who have died from malaria in the department of Chocó this year. A total of 19,000 infected people have been diagnosed with malaria in 17 municipalities. The deaths of the children are blamed on a lack of anti-malaria medications. Brazil and the World Health Organization have donated new supplies of medication.

Advice

Travellers to any region where malaria transmission is occurring can reduce their risk of exposure by taking all necessary precautions to avoid mosquito bites. Anti-malaria medication is recommended.