Marburg virus disease, Mpox and Oropouche outbreaks
Marburg virus disease has been reported in Ethiopia. Multi-country outbreaks of mpox clade I and Oropouche are ongoing. Keep up to date with these links if you are travelling to affected areas.
Travel during Ramadan
Traveling abroad during Ramadan is a rewarding experience, but can also present challenges; here are some tips for careful preparation to ensure a safe and healthy trip
Mefloquine shortage
Shortage of 250mg mefloquine (Lariam) antimalarial tablets in the United Kingdom (UK) until the end of March 2026
NaTHNaC Telephone Advice Line for health professionals
Additional advice line sessions are planned, starting in January 2026
Travel safely this festive season – check our tips to enjoy your trip
Be alert and stay accident aware abroad
Shigella cases reported in travellers returning from Cape Verde
A food and water hygiene reminder
Off on a winter break? Check our winter travel advice before you go
Remember to think ahead when planning a winter break
Country Information updates: Japanese encephalitis vaccine recommendations
NaTHNaC has reviewed and updated the Japanese encephalitis (JE) country-specific information and vaccine recommendations
Marburg virus disease in Ethiopia
The World Health Organization has reported a Marburg virus disease outbreak in Ethiopia
Natural hazards and health risks
Advice for travellers visiting areas affected by natural hazards
Ebola disease in DRC
On 1 December 2025, the Democratic Republic of the Congo declared the outbreak of Ebola disease over
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Cholera in Malawi
As of 17 January 2026, there have been 280 suspected cases including 31 confirmed cases across nine districts. The majority (eight cases) have been in Blantyre, followed by Neno and Balaka with one case each. See our Topics in Brief article for further details on cholera.
Marburg virus disease in South Sudan ex Ethiopia
As of 12 January 2026, a total of three suspected Marburg virus disease cases have been reported in South Sudan. Two of these suspected cases travelled to Marburg virus disease affected areas in Ethiopia in November 2025 and one suspected case is believed to be possible community spread. Please see our Topics in Brief article for more details on Marburg virus disease.
Mpox in Madagascar
Between 17 December 2025 and 14 January 2026, Madagascar reported 266 mpox cases (44 were confirmed) across 18 regions. Clade Ib has been detected in the country. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on mpox.
Nipah virus in India
On 13 January 2026, two cases of Nipah virus were confirmed. Both cases are receiving hospital treatment. These cases are the first in West Bengal in 19 years. This is the 9th Nipah virus outbreak in India since the first outbreak in 2001. Between 2018 and 2025 outbreaks have been reported almost annually in Kerala. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on Nipah virus.
Mpox in Mexico (ex Germany)
On 9 January 2026, the World Health Organization reported a clade Ib mpox case in Mexico. The case is an adult male with a travel history to Germany. This is the first clade Ib mpox case reported in Mexico. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on mpox.
Cholera in Mozambique
In 2025, a total of 5,787 confirmed cholera cases and 68 deaths have been reported from eight out of ten provinces in Mozambique. In the past four weeks, a 70 percent increase in cholera cases has been reported. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on cholera.
Cholera in Somalia
Between 1 January and 24 December 2025, a total of 8,763 cases of cholera (nine deaths) have been reported in Somalia. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on cholera.
WPV1 in Pakistan
Wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) continues to be reported in Pakistan with 30 human cases recorded during 2025. As of 7 January 2026, 36 WPV1-positive environmental samples were reported from specimens collected in November and December 2025 across the country. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on polio.
Cholera in Nigeria
Between 1 January and 24 December 2025, a total of 22,196 cases of cholera (505 deaths) have been reported in Nigeria. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on cholera.
Cholera in Yemen
Between 1 January and 1 December 2025, a total of 92,352 cases of cholera (243 deaths) have been reported in Yemen. Please see our Topics in Brief article for further details on cholera.
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