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Central Africa

Recommended Immunisations:
Hepatitis A or immune globulin: Recommended for travel to this region.
Hepatitis B: Recommended for travel to this region.
Meningococcal meningitis: For western Ethiopia, Chad, Central African Republic and Sudan in first six months of year.
Typhoid: Recommended for visits to many countries.
Malaria: Strongly recommended for visits to these regions.
Yellow Fever: Certificates of vaccination may be required for entry into some countries in this region, and the vaccine may be recommended in other countries.
Other Health Hazards:
Traveller's diarrhoea: Don’t buy food from street vendors or drink beverages with ice.
Dengue, Filariasis, Leishmaniasis, and onchocerciasis: Cover-up well to prevent insect bites.
This information is for guidance only, and the immunisations recommended may vary widely depending on the nature of your visit. Consult your doctor for advice.

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