Health
ECDC issues updated shigellosis risk alert for Cabo Verde
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control updates its epidemiological alert on shigellosis and gastrointestinal infections linked to travel to Santa Maria and other parts of Cabo Verde, h
On April 10, 2026, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) published an epidemiological update on shigellosis and other gastrointestinal infections among travellers returning from Cabo Verde. The report notes that additional cases continue to be reported, with infections likely food- or waterborne and the specific source still unidentified. The likelihood of new infections for travellers visiting the Santa Maria region remains moderate, and Cabo Verdean authorities are reinforcing prevention and control measures, including sanitary inspections and food safety monitoring. The update is aimed at European health authorities and travel‑related stakeholders to guide risk communication and traveller advice.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Cabo Verde (Santa Maria region and other areas)
- Date added
- 2026-04-11 03:01 UTC
- Added by
- bodglobalapdrt
- Last updated
- Source published dsate/time
- 2026-04-10 22:27 UTC
- Event date/time
- 2026-04-10
- Connected threats
- Not provided