The World Health Organization has update it’s requirement for polio vaccination; Kenya and Somalia are now requiring all travelers to be vaccinated against polio due to re-established transmission in these countries.
Travellers are advised to seek travel health advise a minimum of 4-6 weeks prior to departure date (if possible).
The Saudi Arabian Ministry of Health has put into effect requirements and recommendations for those travelers travelling to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj and/or Umra October 2-7, 2014. There are currently travel restrictions for Pilgrims from Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone; due to the current spread of Ebola virus in these countries pilgrims are banned…
Concerns of a potential outbreak of meningitis have been raised as health officials report a second case of bacterial meningitis at the University of Acadia in Nova Scotia. The Province will begin a targeted vaccination program for students if the sample of meningitis comes back as the same B strain contracted by a female student…
Starting April 30, 2012, Canadians will be required to present a passport to visit the Dominican Republic, which will need to be valid for the length of their stay. Until then, Canadians entering the Dominican Republic by direct air travel are only required to be in possession of valid official photo identification (such as a driver’s…
According to Cameroon’s Ministry of Health, more than 10,000 cases of cholera have been reported so far this year. Areas most affected are the Sud-Ouest, Littoral, Ouest, and Centre regions. An outbreak has been ongoing since May 2010. Cholera vaccine, available in many countries, but not in the U.S., is recommended for aid and refugee…
A 6.3-magnitude earthquake and subsequent aftershocks occurred near Christchurch on February 22, 2011. Casualties have been reported. Property and infrastructure damage is extensive, and aftershocks are likely to continue. Transportation, telecommunications, and basic services may be disrupted. Travelers should avoid affected areas and monitor the situation through local media.
Outbreaks caused by four types of the dengue fever virus have increased in the past 25 years. About 40% of the world’s population lives in areas where there is a risk of dengue fever. Dengue fever is the most common viral disease spread to humans by mosquitoes. It can cause severe flu-like symptoms. In some…