Inp.polri.go.id - Denpasar. I Gusti Ayu Raka Susanti, the Acting Head of Disease Prevention and Control at Bali's Health Department, stressed the importance of Dengue Fever vaccination for tourists in Bali, despite its non-mandatory status.

Susanti advised on Saturday (20/4/2024) foreign tourists to stay vigilant during their trips, especially in dengue-prone areas, as reported by antaranews.com.

Although specific tourist contracting dengue data is unavailable, Bali recorded 4,177 cases and five deaths from January to April this year

A tourist from Australia recently contracted dengue in Ubud, Gianyar, a high-risk area along with Denpasar and Badung due to increased activity, particularly during the rainy season.

The Bali Health department emphasized ongoing prevention efforts, including community participation in mosquito control. Education on mosquito bite prevention, such as using repellents, is also provided.

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