Cholera outbreak continues in Yemen

In the last week, more than 1,500 people have been suspected of being infected with cholera. No deaths have been recorded, and most of the new suspected cases have been within Al Hudayah, Al Bayda, Hajjah, Sana’a, and Ta’izz.

Advice

All travellers can minimize the risk of exposure to this disease. Strictly observe all food and water precautions in any area where there is cholera. If gastrointestinal symptoms (e.g., vomiting and profuse watery diarrhoea) develop while visiting the affected area, travellers should seek medical care at once.