There are annual dengue outbreaks in the Maldives, although most cases are not life-threatening. The HPA also noted an increase in chikungunya with 839 cases reported between January and April.
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Insect-borne diseases are a risk, including dengue, Zika virus and chikungunya. Use tropical strength insect repellent. Hepatitis and rabies are also a risk.
Climate change is already posing increasing challenges in Maldives, with more frequent soil erosion, loss of beaches and saltwater intrusion into land and freshwater sources. Rising ocean temperatures are leading to reduced tuna catches.
Kunfunadhoo, Maldives, To Become World's First Mosquito-Free Island. Kunfunadhoo is a 50-hectare island with a lush tropical forest and a single sustainable luxury resort (Soneva Fushi) made up of 71 guest villas.
The Maldives is already facing several climate-related challenges, including sea-level rise, tropical storms, and flooding. A rapid expansion of tourism and mega infrastructure projects have put the islands, communities, livelihoods, and infrastructure at additional risk of climate change vulnerabilities.
Beach erosion is commonly reported as the main environmental threat that the country faces. Beach erosion categorised by the government as “severe”, where land is being rapidly lost to the sea, is present today on most inhabited islands.