Ebola, Marburg and Oropouche outbreaks
Ebola cases continue to be reported in Democratic Republic of Congo. A case of Marburg virus disease has been reported in Uganda and a multi-country outbreak of Oropouche is ongoing. Keep up to date with the news and outbreak information if you are travelling to affected areas.
Falsified rabies vaccine: Philippines
Falsified rabies vaccine is circulating through unauthorised sources in Philippines
Updated tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) ‘green book’ chapter published
The TBE chapter of the 'green book' (Immunisation against infectious disease) has been updated
Updated guidelines for malaria prevention in travellers from the UK
UK Health Security Agency have published updated malaria guidelines for 2026
Japanese encephalitis vaccine out of stock: advice for travellers and health professionals
Important advice on Japanese encephalitis vaccine shortage for health professionals
Cyclospora and summer travel
A reminder about Cyclospora infection and how to reduce your risk
Wildfires and industrial fires
Advice for travellers affected by wildfires or industrial fires during their trip
Changes to NaTHNaC telephone contact numbers
Our Advice Line and General Enquiries telephone number change has been deferred to Autumn 2026
Yellow fever update
Yellow fever cases continue to be reported in Africa and South America
UKHSA publishes data on selected travel-associated infections
Case numbers of selected travel-associated infections reported in England, Wales and Northern Ireland: January to June 2026
Updated TravelHealthPro infographics
We have reviewed our travel-specific infographics to ensure they provide clear, up-to-date guidance
West Nile virus in USA
As of 11 August 2026, a total of 181 human cases of West Nile virus have been reported across 30 states in the United States this year. Of these, 129 cases were reported to be the neuroinvasive form. The highest number of cases have been reported in Arizona (73 cases), Texas (23 cases), and California (18 cases). Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on West Nile virus.
Chikungunya in French Guiana
As of 2 August 2026, 1,418 confirmed chikungunya cases have been reported in French Guiana this year. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on chikungunya.
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Ebola disease in DRC
As of 8 August 2026, a total of 4,294 confirmed Ebola disease (Bundibugyo virus) cases, and 1,960 deaths, have now been reported across five provinces: Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu, Tshopo and Haut-Uele. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on Ebola disease.
Dengue in Vanuatu
As of 10 August 2026, 76 cases of dengue have been confirmed in Vanuatu this year. DENV-1 remains the confirmed circulating serotype. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on dengue.
Hantavirus in France
On 6 August 2026, one case of Hantavirus Andes virus (ANDV) was reported in a French-Argentine citizen who travelled through France in late July. The case is now isolating in Spain and is asymptomatic. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on hantavirus.
Dengue in Bangladesh
As of 6 August 2026, a total of 17,880 dengue cases (59 deaths) have been reported in Bangladesh during 2026. Dhaka division has reported the highest number of cases, followed by Barishal, Chattogram and Khulna divisions. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on dengue.
West Nile virus in Italy
As of 5 August 2026, 139 locally acquired cases of West Nile virus have been reported in 50 provinces in Italy. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on West Nile virus.
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Chikungunya in France
As of 3 August 2026, seven locally acquired cases of chikungunya have been reported in Tam (Occitanie) and Gironde (Nouvelle-Aquitaine). Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on chikungunya.
Chikungunya in Nicaragua
As of 3 August 2026, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have reported increased cases of chikungunya in Nicaragua, with most cases in Managua. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on chikunguna.
Dengue in USA
On 4 August 2026, the Virginia Department of Health reported a confirmed dengue virus infection in a resident who did not have known travel outside of Virginia prior to disease onset. The case had been in close proximity to a recent internationally acquired dengue case. There is no evidence of continued transmission and no additional reports of locally acquired dengue cases.
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