Brits visiting Game of Thrones locations in Morocco warned they could contract DEADLY flesh-eating disease from sandfly bitesGraphic WarningBRITS heading to Morocco for a holiday could bring home a deadly flesh-eating disease, according to experts.
The infection is carried by sandflies and is passed to humans through the insect’s bite. If not treated, Leishmaniasis is deadly.chaired a meeting to discuss actions to combat the Leishmaniasis disease while also calling for an awareness campaign.While eastern Morocco was particularly affected, outbreaks were recorded nationwide.Hemis.
"It’s thought insects have an intense hatred for the smell of DEET, while the chemical also blocks the smell sensors of insects. Stock up before you go away.The sandfly bites spread the disease so experts advise using DEET as much as possible Describing two types of Leishmaniasis, they state on their website: "Leishmaniasis is endemic in Morocco.