Hepatitis B

Hepatitis B is a viral liver infection spread through infected blood or body fluids, even shared toothbrushes or razors pose a risk. While many recover naturally, it can become chronic, particularly in young children. Vaccination is standard for infants and children; those with certain medical conditions may need booster doses.

Hepatitis A & B

Hepatitis A and B are viral liver infections that can be acute or chronic — and carriers often spread the virus without knowing they're infected. Early detection is key to effective management. The Twinrix vaccine offers combined protection against both, serving as a first-line defense.

Typhoid Fever

Typhoid fever, stemming from contaminated food or water, is prevalent in developing regions. While industrialized areas like the US, Canada, and Western Europe are typically safe, it’s common in countries with underdeveloped sanitation. Vaccination lasts between 3 to 7 years.

Yellow Fever

Required for travel to parts of Africa and South America. Protection lasts about 10 years.

Meningococcal Meningitis

Recommended for sub-Saharan Africa. Highly contagious and dangerous.

Japanese Encephalitis

Found in South and Southeast Asia. Vaccination lasts 1-2 years.

Rabies

Fatal disease transmitted by animal bites. Vaccination is essential for long-stay travellers.

Malaria

Seek advice if you are travelling to tropical and subtropical regions.

Traveller's Diarrhea and Cholera

Common in many developing countries, travellers' diarrhea and cholera can disrupt your trip.

Altitude Sickness

Essential for travellers to high-altitude destinations like mountainous parts of South America, Africa, and Asia.