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There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Do Not
The advisory level was decreased from 3 to 2. The “health” risk indicator was added. Advisory summar
Reissued December 3, 2025 after review with no edits. Do not travel to or remain in Venezuela due to
There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Exerci
There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Exerci
Do not travelto South Sudan due to risk of unrest, crime, kidnapping, landmines, and health threats.
There was no change to the advisory level. The “Health” risk indicator was added. Advisory summary w
There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated to refl
Do not travelto Niger for any reason due to crime, unrest, terrorism, health, and kidnapping. Do no
The advisory level increased from Level 2 to 3. The “unrest” risk indicator was added. Reconsider
CDC Health Warnings
There is an outbreak of chikungunya in Sri Lanka. Mosquitoes spread the virus that causes chikunguny
There is an outbreak of chikungunya in Bangladesh. Mosquitoes spread the virus that causes chikungun
Ethiopia is experiencing its first outbreak of Marburg virus disease (Marburg), in the South Ethiopi
Increased cases of rabies have been reported in animals and humans in Haiti.
A case of rabies has been reported in the U.S. in a traveler from India.
There are outbreaks of Rift Valley Fever (RVF) in Mauritania and Senegal. Country List : Mauritania,
There is an outbreak of chikungunya in Cuba. Mosquitoes spread the virus that causes chikungunya.
Dengue is a year-round risk in many parts of the world, with outbreaks commonly occurring every 2-5
Areas in several countries are reporting a low number of cases of Oropouche. Oropouche is spread pri
An increased number of cases of yellow fever have been reported in Colombia.
UnderstandingWar.org – Middle East
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