Dengue fever reported in Mauritius

A case of dengue fever in Port-Louis has been diagnosed. The Ministry of Health has begun control measures to contain the spread of the virus.

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All travellers to areas where the dengue fever virus is active can reduce their risk of exposure by taking all necessary precautions to avoid mosquito bites. Many persons with dengue fever do not seek medical care and are not reported to health authorities. There may be many more cases in the community than the reports indicate.