Scary disease outbreak in Bali has authorities on high alert
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While it's always fun to escape the everyday hustle and bustle, it's important to be informed of any potential risks associated with travelling overseas, especially when these include potential health problems.
Recently, Bali authorities are now on alert over an outbreak of Mpox—otherwise known as Monkeypox—in Indonesia.
Bali authorities have recently implemented temperature tests for incoming travellers, in addition to the Nipah virus screening they already conduct.
Thermal cameras have been installed at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, known as the Denpasar International Airport, to quickly assess the body temperature of all domestic and international passengers and alert the staff of any potential virus carriers.
According to Handy Heyudhitiawan, the General Manager of I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport, the goal is ‘'to maintain the safety and comfort of service users at the airport, as well as preventing the spread of mpox to the Bali region.'Mpox can cause fever, headaches, muscle aches, swollen lymph nodes and an itchy skin rash- potentially even painful lesions. It may also drain your energy.
‘Most people fully recover, but some get very sick,’ according to the World Health Organisation.
Indonesian officials noted this report as India is next to Australia having the most number of tourists visiting Bali yearly.
According to the Head of the Bali Provincial Health Office, I Nyoman Gede Anom, ‘At the airport, temperature detection devices are in place.’
‘If a tourist is found to have a body temperature above normal, it will prompt further inquiry,’ he added.
Recently, the deadly Nipa virus from India also spread throughout Bali. It originates in fruit bats and may cause severe illness in humans. The Nipah virus can also lead to acute respiratory illness, fever, headaches, and fatal brain swelling, with a fatality rate ‘estimated at 40 to 75 per cent’. Read more about it here.
Members, if you are experiencing any symptoms, consult your GP immediately. Stay safe!
What do you think of the mpox outbreak? Are you planning to visit Bali for the holidays? Let us know in the comments below!
Recently, Bali authorities are now on alert over an outbreak of Mpox—otherwise known as Monkeypox—in Indonesia.
Bali authorities have recently implemented temperature tests for incoming travellers, in addition to the Nipah virus screening they already conduct.
Thermal cameras have been installed at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, known as the Denpasar International Airport, to quickly assess the body temperature of all domestic and international passengers and alert the staff of any potential virus carriers.
Bali authorities are on high alert with the spread of Mpox in Indonesia. Credit: Unsplash
According to Handy Heyudhitiawan, the General Manager of I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport, the goal is ‘'to maintain the safety and comfort of service users at the airport, as well as preventing the spread of mpox to the Bali region.'Mpox can cause fever, headaches, muscle aches, swollen lymph nodes and an itchy skin rash- potentially even painful lesions. It may also drain your energy.
‘Most people fully recover, but some get very sick,’ according to the World Health Organisation.
Indonesian officials noted this report as India is next to Australia having the most number of tourists visiting Bali yearly.
According to the Head of the Bali Provincial Health Office, I Nyoman Gede Anom, ‘At the airport, temperature detection devices are in place.’
‘If a tourist is found to have a body temperature above normal, it will prompt further inquiry,’ he added.
Recently, the deadly Nipa virus from India also spread throughout Bali. It originates in fruit bats and may cause severe illness in humans. The Nipah virus can also lead to acute respiratory illness, fever, headaches, and fatal brain swelling, with a fatality rate ‘estimated at 40 to 75 per cent’. Read more about it here.
Members, if you are experiencing any symptoms, consult your GP immediately. Stay safe!
What do you think of the mpox outbreak? Are you planning to visit Bali for the holidays? Let us know in the comments below!
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