061516 – World Status Report
June 15, 2016
Avoid Nonessential Travel
U.S. Department of State
- Libya Travel Warning. The Department of State warns U.S. citizens against all travel to Libya and recommends that U.S. citizens currently in Libya depart immediately.
Take Enhanced Precautions
CDC
- Yellow Fever Advisory. The Ministries of Health in Angola, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo have reported outbreaks of yellow fever in these countries. The CDC recommends that all travelers aged 9 months or older be vaccinated against yellow fever.
- Measles Advisory. The CDC recommends travelers to Mongolia, Sierra Leone and Nigeria to protect themselves by making sure they are vaccinated against measles.
- Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia. The annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, is among the largest mass gatherings in the world. If you plan to travel to Saudi Arabia for Hajj or Umrah, follow CDC’s recommendations, such as being up-to-date on your vaccines, to help keep you safe and healthy.
U.S. Department of State
- Haiti Travel Alert. The State Department has revised the Travel Alert last updated on March 11, 2016 concerning the presidential election period in light of the announcement by Haiti’s Provisional Electoral Council of a new election calendar with a first round of elections on October 9, 2016 and a second round on January 8, 2017.
Zika News
CDC
- Fact Sheet for Outdoor Activities. Stop mosquito bites. Don’t stop outdoor activities.
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.
