The United States message in Havana has a new one A health warning to their citizens published after the Cases of hepatitis A in the Cuban capital have increased and warns that the risk of infection due to the defects in the water and wastewater systems increases.
According to the official communiqué
The US authorities have travelers advised to advise yourself with your doctor about the vaccine against hepatitis Abefore you visit the island and also take special hygiene precautions during your stay.
It is also recommended to use travel insurance the options for Medical evacuation in the event of illness to check abroad.
The message also referred the citizens to the side of the centers for disease control and prevention (CDC), on which information on symptoms, prevention and available vaccines are provided.
This new warning is added to other current health warnings that from Washington in Reference to outbreaks by Dengue, Chikungunya and Oropouche in Cuba What reflects the growing concern about the deterioration state of the hygienic and sanitary conditions on the island.
The Minister of Public Health of Cuba confirmed this Wednesday that there was one “subtle increase” of cases of hepatitis A gave.
Hepatitis A is a disease transmitted by the digestive tract. The expert pointed out that it was excreted over the chair, and if it is contaminated, it can contaminate the water, which in turn can contaminate vegetables that are consumed raw and was not sufficiently washed.
“Whenever it is possible, you should cook the water and also add chlorine tablets that are sold in the pharmacies of our country at certain times. You add them and then drink it, and the vegetables have to be washed thoroughly with chlorinated water,” warned Francisco Durán, national director for hygiene and epidemiology.
Frequently asked questions about health warning about hepatitis A in Cuba
Why did the US message issue a health warning due to hepatitis A in Cuba?
The United States message in Havana has published a health warning due to the increase in hepatitis A cases in the Cuban capital. It was pointed out that the risk of infection due to the defects in the island’s water and wastewater systems is high.
How is hepatitis A transmitted?
Hepatitis A is mainly through Contaminated foods and water Translate, as well as through direct contact with an infected person. Exposure is higher in areas with sanitary problems such as inefficient garbage disposal and lack of drinking water.
What recommendations have been made for the prevention of hepatitis A in Cuba?
It is recommended Cooking the water and using chlorine tabletswhenever possible, to wash the vegetables thoroughly with chlorinated water and to advise themselves with a doctor before the trip regarding the hepatitis A vaccination. It is also important to find out more about the options for medical evacuation in the event of illness.
What other diseases are travelers in Cuba currently worry?
Además de der Hepatitis A became a warning too Breaks of Dengue, Chikungunya and the Oropouche virus published in Cuba. These diseases transmitted by vectors such as mosquitoes are a considerable risk for travelers due to the poor hygienic and sanitary conditions of the island.
