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Holidaymakers have been issued a warning
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Cape Verde is known for its beautiful beaches, incredible hiking trails, fun summer festivals and exciting and plentiful wildlife.
While it is a popular holiday destination, tourists must be aware of health risks. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has updated its information on the increase in the number of reported cases of dengue on the islands of Santiago, Fogo and Brava.
Britons were told: "At least eight weeks before your trip, check the current vaccine recommendations for Cape Verde.
"See where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the NHS travel vaccinations page."
There is a risk of dengue in Cape Verde
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"See what health risks you’ll face on Cape Verde including dengue. The Cape Verde government has raised the civil protection warning level for dengue on the islands of Santiago, Fogo and Brava.
"Altitude sickness is a risk in parts of Cape Verde. Read more about altitude sickness on TravelHealthPro."
TravelHealthPro has essential information on Cape Verde, including vaccine recommendations, malaria, other risks, Covid, health news and outbreaks.
Dengue in Cape Verde
TravelHealthPro said: "There is a risk of dengue in this country. Dengue is a viral infection spread by mosquitoes which mainly feed during daytime hours.
"It causes a flu-like illness, which can occasionally develop into a more serious life-threatening illness. Severe dengue is rare in travellers.
"The mosquitoes that spread dengue are more common in towns, cities and surrounding areas."
Holidaymakers were issued important guidance on how to stay safe from dengue.
Prevention
Britons were advised: "Travellers should avoid mosquito bites, particularly during daytime hours.
"A dengue vaccine is licensed in the UK for the prevention of dengue disease in individuals from four years of age.
"The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) and World Health Organization are in the process of reviewing the product information. Recommendations on the use of this vaccine will be published in due course."
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For further information on health in Cape Verde, as well as warnings and insurance, entry requirements, safety and security and getting help, Britons should consult the FCDO.
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