Location: Mediterranean Region (Vallauris, near Cannes) and Caluire-et-Cuire, near Lyon
Event: Locally acquired dengue virus infection has been reported in France. Six locally acquired cases of the disease were reported in the city of Vallauris, near Cannes, and one in Caluire-et-Cuire, near Lyon.
CDC has issued a Level 1 Travel Notice (https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/watch/dengue-mediterranean). Travelers to areas in France where dengue has been reported can protect themselves against dengue infection by taking steps to prevent mosquito bites during the summer and early autumn.
Actions to Take:
- Visit the CDC Travelers Health Page for additional information.
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy Paris, France
+33 (1) 43 12 22 22
CitizenInfo@state.gov - U.S. Consulate General Marseille, France
+33 (1) 43 12 22 22
CitizenInfoMarseille@state.gov - State Department – Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444 - France Country Specific Information
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