August 2024
More than 350 laboratory-confirmed cases of chikungunya, a significant increase over average incidence, have been reported since January 2024.
Approximately 73 laboratory-confirmed cases of Zika virus infection (including 32 cases in pregnant women) have been reported since June 2024.
more than 170 confirmed cases of hepatitis A per week are being reported in Kerala State, mainly in Kozhikode and Malappuram districts. Approximately 3,360 confirmed cases (including 32 deaths), a significant increase over average incidence, have been reported since January 2024 throughout Kerala State.
Immunizations are available against hepatitis A and chikungunya viruses and are highly recommended to travelers visiting risk areas within the country.
