Malaria Infections Increase in Colombia

There are reports of significant increases in the number of people infected with malaria, Although the total number is not specified, most of the cases have been reported from Antioquia, Chocó, Bolívar, Córdoba, Nariño, Meta, Risaralda, Buenaventura and Guaviare.

建议

All travellers to any region where malaria transmission is occurring can reduce their risk of exposure by taking all necessary precautions to avoid mosquito bites, e.g., using mosquito repellent and sleeping under insecticide-impregnated bed nets whenever mosquitoes are present. Anti-malaria medication is recommended for travellers visiting the affected areas. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take.