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Costa Rica: Malaria situation in 2025 - update
The Ministry of Health reports that the country has seen a sustained decline in autochthonous malaria cases, with a total of 11 local cases to date, representing a 94.5% reduction compared to the same period in 2024.
Canada, USA: Ongoing measles outbreaks - update
Canada: Within one year, Canada reported 5’138 measles cases (4’777 confirmed, 361 probable). As a result, the WHO Region America has lost its measles elimination status according to World Health Organization (WHO).
USA: As of November 4, 2025, a total of 1’681 confirmed measles cases were reported in the United States, including 23 measles cases among international visitors. There have been 44 outbreaks, with 87% of cases linked to outbreaks, compared with 16 outbreaks and 69% outbreak-associated cases in 2024.
In addition, currently active measles outbreaks are ongoing in other countries of the WHO Region Americas such as Mexico, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Belize, as well as in Europe, Africa and Asia.
Vietnam: Rabies situation - update
Rabies remains a major public health concern in Vietnam, with 89 human deaths in 2024—nearly half among children—and 58 cases reported by mid-September 2025. Low dog vaccination rates, the dog and cat meat trade, and weak surveillance contribute to its persistence. Rising animal cases and limited active monitoring suggest underreporting.
Germany: Polio wild viruses type 1 detected in wastewater sample in Hamburg
Wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1) has been detected in a wastewater sample in Hamburg. This marks the first detection of wild poliovirus since routine environmental sampling began in 2021 and the first detection in Europe since 2007, when it was found in Switzerland, as well as in Russia and Tajikistan in 2010.
No human cases of poliomyelitis have been reported in Germany; the last indigenous case occurred over 30 years ago, in 1990. The last two imported cases were detected in 1992 from travelers with a history of travel to and from India and Egypt. Since late 2024, circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus type 2 (cVDPV2) has also been detected in wastewater samples from multiple locations in Germany.
The genome sequence of the isolate from the wastewater in Hamburg shows a very strong similarity to a genetic cluster in Afghanistan, as analyses in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO) have shown. The wastewater sample was taken on 6 October 2025 (calendar week 41/2025) and analysed as part of the research project to detect polioviruses in wastewater (PIA).
Globally, WPV1 remains endemic only in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Tanzania: Foreign offices advice against non-essential travels due security concerns
The Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) and the German Federal Foreign Office advice against non-essential travel to Tanzania.
Following the presidential and parliamentary elections on 28–29 October 2025, several cities have experienced protests and violent clashes, notably in Dar es Salaam and Arusha. These incidents have resulted in fatalities, property damage, and authorities may impose curfews.
Brazil: Foodborne Chagas infections
In Macapá (state Amapá) and Ibititá (state Bahia) several cases of foodborne Chagas infection have been confirmed.
Chagas is endemic in Brazil. Foodborne transmission with periodic outbreaks are linked to the consumption of contaminated artisanal products—such as açaí, bacaba, and sugarcane juice—and is associated with higher parasite loads and more severe acute illness.
Chile: Unusual surge of influenza cases
According to media, there is an unusual, significant spring increase in Influenza A and respiratory viruses in multiple regions, including Santiago, Biobío (Concepción), and Chiloé.
There are warnings regarding system overload of Emergency services in Chile from increased respiratory consultations, but most cases are mild; severe cases and ICU occupancy remain lower than in winter.
China: Widespread influenza A(H3N2) activity
Influenza continues to cause nationwide, multi-regional outbreaks, with activity spreading from southern to northern provinces. The surge has led to school closures in many areas and hospitals operating beyond capacity in several provinces. Influenza A (H3N2) remains the dominant strain, and authorities warn of further escalation during winter.
Cape Verde: Locally acquired malaria infection
Since January 2025, Cape Verde has reported 56 malaria cases, with most occurring in September and October. Of these, 23 cases (41%) are classified as imported, while investigations continue to determine potential locally transmitted cases. No details on malaria species were provided. The rainy season (July–October) coincides with increased mosquito breeding, elevating the risk of transmission.
In addition, in October 2024, a resident of Praia, Cape Verde was diagnosed with malaria in Portugal.
Although Cape Verde was certified malaria-free in January 2024, the recent cases raise concerns about the potential re-establishment of local transmission.
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Updates of recommendations
Find out about the latest content updates on the websiteMalaria recommendation Cape Verde – update
The malaria recommendations have been updated for Cape Verde.
Schistosomiasis risk areas - update
The risk areas for schistosomiasis have been updated.
Rabies SOP vaccination pre-exposure - update
The SOP vaccination pre-exposure for rabies has been updated.
Yellow fever entry requirements - update
The yellow fever entry requirements have been updated for Jordan.
Chikungunya Vaccination Recommendation
The Swiss Expert Committee on Travel Medicine has issued recommendations on the use of chikungunya vaccines.
Yellow Fever Country List
The 'Yellow fever country list (vaccination recommendations and countries’ entry requirements) has been updated and is available on PRO Version -> yellow fever -> documents for professionals.
Polio – updated WHO temporary recommendations
The country pages have been updated to reflect the updated WHO temporary polio recommendations.
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