A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck southern Philippines, prompting tsunami warnings for several coastal areas of the country, where waves of up to 3 meters may occur. Authorities are also monitoring potential impacts and have issued precautionary alerts across other parts of the western Pacific, including Indonesia, Malaysia, Taiwan, Japan, Guam, and Papua New Guinea. Travelers and residents in potentially affected areas are advised to stay informed through official sources, follow local authorities´ instructions, and avoid coastal areas until all tsunami warnings have been lifted.

Filipinas

HEALTH AUTHORITIES IN THAILAND HAVE ISSUED AN ALERT ABOUT AN OUTBREAK OF HEPATITIS A IN 2026, WITH A SIGNIFICANT INCREASE IN THE NUMBER OF CASES COMPARED TO THE PREVIOUS YEAR. THIS DISEASE IS CLASSICALLY TRANSMITTED VIA THE FECAL-ORAL ROUTE. HOWEVER, TRANSMISSION CAN ALSO OCCUR THROUGH SEXUAL CONTACT, PARTICULARLY THROUGH ANAL SEXUAL PRACTICES. IT IS IMPORTANT TO EMPHASIZE THE NEED FOR HAND HYGIENE, PROPER WASHING OF FOOD, AND THE CONSUMPTION OF SAFE DRINKING WATER AND EDIBLE ICE, IN ADDITION TO HYGIENE PRACTICES DURING ANAL SEXUAL ACTIVITY. THE HEPATITIS VACCINE IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT IN PREVENTING THIS DISEASE.

Tailandia

Super Typhoon Ragasa made landfall in the northern Philippines (Cagayan, Babuyan Islands) with winds of 215 km/h (130 mph) and gusts of up to 295 km/h (185 mph), causing storm surges of over 3 m (10 ft), flooding, and the suspension of flights and ferries. Metro Manila and much of Luzon remain closed for school and work, with the risk of power outages and dangerous shores and seas. The system is also affecting Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and southern China, with canceled flights and precautionary evacuations. Travelers are advised to monitor local alerts, purchase travel insurance, and avoid travel in coastal and mountainous areas.

Filipinas

Thai health officials are warning of an increase in Zika virus cases, particularly in certain provinces, during the rainy season. The virus, spread by mosquitoes, usually causes mild symptoms but can cause severe birth defects in babies born to infected mothers. To prevent the spread, the public is advised to eliminate mosquito breeding sites and protect themselves from bites.

Tailandia

A strong 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck northwestern Myanmar, causing significant damage in Mandalay and other regions. The quake was also felt in Bangkok, Thailand, and Yunnan, China.

Myanmar, Tailandia

Vietnam health authorities reported 106 cases of measles in Ho Chi Minh City the week of August 25, an increase of almost 54% compared to the previous 4-week average. The total number of suspected cases of measles spotted fever accumulated since the beginning of the year is 644. Binh Tan, Binh Chanh and Hoc Mon districts recorded a high number of cases.

Vietnam

Thailand reported 5,206 malaria cases in the third quarter of 2023 (July – September), an increase of 48% compared to the same period in 2022. P. falciparum + mixed cases and P. vivax constituted 4% and 95%. of the cases, respectively.

Tailandia

Thai health authorities have reported an increase in cases of Zika virus in the country in 2023 (300% compared to 2022). At least 758 cases reported, including 33 pregnant women and 13 newborns affected (190 cases in 2022 and 63 in 2021). The virus has active transmission in the south of the country (Phuket, Krabi, Ko Jum and Ko Lanta) and a recent case in Ko Samui.

Tailandia

The Gunungkidul Health Service (Dinkes), DI Yogyakarta, recorded that 64 residents were confirmed to have leptospirosis, a disease caused by rat urine. This number of cases is among the highest in the last 4 years. "In total, until October 2023, there are 64 cases. The public is advised to remain vigilant because there is the potential for an increase," said Head of the Gunungkidul Health Service, Dewi Irawaty.

Indonesia

In Apr-June 2023, Greater Mekong subregion (GMS) countries reported 7142 malaria cases.

Camboya, Laos, Myanmar, Tailandia, Vietnam

A 7-year-old girl tested positive for Zika virus in Chong Dong (Baray, Kampong Thom). It is the first case reported since 2016.

Camboya

There is an outbreak of diphtheria in several provinces in Vietnam. All travelers 2 months and older traveling to outbreak areas should receive an age-appropriate dose of a diphtheria toxoid-containing vaccine if they are not fully vaccinated or if they have not received a booster dose within 5 years prior to departure

Vietnam

Philippines has reportes 1015 cases (85 deaths) of leptospirosis from 1 January 2023 to 18 March 2023.

Filipinas