Travelers should prioritize health amid rising mosquito-borne infections, warns UKHSA. The U.K. Health Security Agency (UKHSA) issued a warning as cases have reached levels not seen since 2019. Dengue is not usually serious but can be severe in some cases, with symptoms similar to flu. Malaria causes fever, headaches, confusion, and muscle pains among other symptoms, and can be fatal. You can not catch either infection from another person. The majority of the U.K.’s registered cases were with people who caught the disease while traveling to South and Southeast Asia, particularly India. There was also a spike in cases from Central America and the Caribbean, the UKHSA said. ‘If you are making plans to travel abroad this year, please take a moment to prioritize your health and plan ahead,’ Dr. Dipti Patel, director of the National Travel Health Network and Centre, said. ‘If you feel unwell, seek medical attention and ensure you inform your healthcare provider that you have been traveling recently.’ Dr. Philip Veal, a consultant in public health at the UKHSA, said there are several precautions travelers can take to protect themselves from mosquito-borne infections. These include using insect repellent, wearing long-sleeved clothing, and staying in accommodation with air conditioning or screens on windows and doors. Additionally, taking antimalarial medication as prescribed and sleeping under a mosquito net can greatly reduce the risk of contracting these diseases. Travelers are urged to be vigilant and seek medical advice if they develop symptoms, especially within a month of returning from a high-risk area. With the resurgence of mosquito-borne infections, it is essential for travelers to stay informed and take necessary precautions to safeguard their health while exploring new destinations.