Dengue risk for international travellers from the UK

Dengue is a viral infection that spreads to humans from the bite of an infected mosquito. It is found in tropical and sub-tropical countries worldwide; affected regions include the Caribbean, South and Central America, Africa, Asia and the Pacific Islands. Outbreaks are increasingly being reported outside tropical areas, including in Europe. Health professionals involved in the provision of the dengue vaccine in the UK must make sure they are familiar with the appropriate Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation guidance regarding prescribing the UK licensed dengue vaccine. They should follow current UK Health Security Agency dengue vaccine recommendations for UK travellers as part of their risk assessment.