The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has added Bangladesh to its Level 2 – Practice Enhanced Precautions Traveler’s Health Notice for Chikungunya in the Indian Ocean region. The CDC advises travelers to take extra precautions due to the presence of the mosquito-borne disease. Further details are available on the CDC’s Chikungunya webpage.
Travelers are encouraged to visit the CDC Travelers Health Page for up-to-date information. Those experiencing warning signs or symptoms of illness should consult a medical provider. The U.S. Embassy in Dhaka recommends checking with travel insurance providers about medical evacuation options if illness occurs while abroad.
For additional guidance, travelers can contact the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at 800-232-4636 or 404-639-3534.
Assistance is available from the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka by phone at (88) 02 5566 2000 or by email at DhakaACS@state.gov. More resources, including country information and enrollment in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP), can be found on the embassy website. Travelers are also advised to follow updates on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter).