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021116 – World Status Report

February 11, 2016

Avoid Nonessential Travel

U.S. Department of State

  • Nigeria Travel Warning. The Department of State warns U.S. citizens of the risks of travel to Nigeria and recommends that U.S. citizens avoid all travel to Adamawa, Borno, and Yobe states because the security situation in northeast Nigeria remains fluid and unpredictable.
  • Turkey Travel Warning. The U.S. Department of State warns U.S. citizens against travel to southeastern Turkey due to an increased threat of terrorist attacks from both international and indigenous terror groups.

Take Enhanced Precautions

CDC

  • Zika virus advisory. CDC recommends that travelers to Cape Verde, Pacific Islands, Central America, South America, the Caribbean, and Mexico protect themselves from mosquito bites. Sexual transmission of Zika virus from a male partner is possible, so travelers are also encouraged to use condoms.
  • Zika Virus updates. Access the Zika Virus map, relevant advice on Prevention, Interim Recommendations for Pregnant Women, and Questions and Answers.
  • Yellow Fever in Angola. CDC recommends that all travelers aged 9 months or older be vaccinated against yellow fever.
  • Carnival and Mardi Gras. If you plan to travel outside the United States to celebrate Carnival, you can take some simple precautions to help you stay safe and healthy.

WHO

U.S. Department of State

  • Iran Travel Warning. The Department of State warns U.S. citizens to carefully consider the risks of travel to Iran.
  • Uganda Travel Alert. The State Department alerts U.S. citizens residing in or traveling to Uganda to the upcoming general elections scheduled for February 18, and local elections scheduled between February 24 and March 10.

Ebola News

WHO

The risk information in this report is retrieved from U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Health Organization, and other professional sources as listed in the post. It provides general guidance for UT Dallas travelers. Please note the revision date (mmddyy) of this report, printed on the title of the post, and go to the direct sources listed for the most up-to-date information.  The information in this report may change without prior notice.