Suche
Mein Konto
Danger on the Red Sea: Foreign Office warns of dengue fever
Holidaymakers in Egypt on the Red Sea have to be careful: dengue fever is spreading. Which protective measures are important? What does the Foreign Office say?
Danger on the Red Sea: Foreign Office warns of dengue fever
New warning about dengue fever in Egypt
The current developments in Egypt once again highlight the danger of dengue fever in holiday resorts. The Foreign Office has published an urgent warning that travelers to the Red Sea should urgently heed.
Egypt in Focus: Insights into the Dengue Danger
The current reports on the spread of dengue fever in Egypt show how important it is to protect yourself from the consequences of a mosquito bite. The Aedes mosquitoes, which can transmit dengue fever, are mainly found in tropical areas of Egypt, such as Hurghada, El Gouna and Al-Qusair. It is crucial to recognize the symptoms of the disease and take appropriate precautions.
Measures to protect against dengue fever in Egypt
- Insektenabwehrmittel oder ätherische Öle auftragen
- Moskito-Netze in Aufenthaltsbereichen verwenden
- Lange und helle Kleidung tragen
- Offene Wasserstellen meiden
- Klimaanlage nutzen und Fenster geschlossen halten
- Blumentöpfe abdecken
It is also recommended to get vaccinated against dengue in advance and seek advice from a specialized doctor. Preventative measures are crucial to prevent infection with the dengue virus.
Sharp increase in dengue infections in Germany
In addition to the developments in Egypt, Germany is recording a worrying increase in dengue cases. The Robert Koch Institute has recorded an increase in travel-related dengue cases due to the spread of the virus in countries such as Egypt. It is important to take the risks of dengue fever seriously and take appropriate protective measures to limit the spread of the disease.