Dengue in Iran

24 Jul 2024

The World Health Organization reports transmission of dengue in Iran. From 14 June 2024 to 17 July 2024 there have been been 12 cases of dengue in Bandar-Lengheh, Hormozgan Province in the south of the country. This is the first transmission of dengue in Iran.

Dengue is an infection spread by mosquito bites that can cause a severe flu-like illness.

Advice for Travellers 

The mosquitoes which transmit dengue bite during the day, between dawn and dusk. They are particularly persistent and aggressive.

If you are travelling to an affected region, you are potentially at risk of dengue fever and should be aware of this infection.

• You can protect yourself by avoiding mosquito bites at all times.

If you develop a high temperature (fever) either during or after travelling to an affected area, you should seek medical advice as soon as possible and give details of your recent travel history.

For further information see the dengue fever page.