Returning from the Middle East? 
Important information about 
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) 
For more information visit: www.gov.uk/pheA new disease called MERS has 
been identified in some countries 
in the Middle East. 
The risk to most travellers is very low, 
but we advise returning travellers: 

• to be aware of the symptoms of MERS
• the symptoms include fever and cough, 
or shortness of breath 

• if you become unwell with these 
symptoms within 14 days of being in the 
Middle East, call your doctor and tell 
them where you have travelled 
For health advice, call NHS 111 
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