dominican republic vaccinations

Dominican Republic vaccinations

which ones do you need?

Are you leaving for the Dominican Republic soon? After reading our travel advice about the Dominican Republic, you will know better how to prepare yourself for your trip. Which specific precautions and vaccinations the Dominican Republic requires will amongst others depend on your trip and the length of your stay in this country.

The Dominican Republic is a country located on the island of Hispaniola in the Greater Antilles archipelago of the Caribbean region. The Dominican Republic is a country located on the island of Hispaniola in the Greater Antilles archipelago of the Caribbean region.

Vaccinations the Dominican Republic: common risks

You may encounter diseases in the Dominican Republic against which you are normally not immune. The right vaccinations can protect you against these diseases. Check out the main health risks in this country below, so you know immediately which specific precautions the Dominican Republic requires. Also read our tips for travelling. This way you can best protect yourself against health risks from water, food, sun and insects. The Dominican Republic is a country located on the island of Hispaniola in the Greater Antilles archipelago of the Caribbean region.

Mandatory vaccinations

Recommended vaccinations and risks

In this country Chikungunya is prevalent. A good protection against mosquito bites in the daytime is necessary.

In this country dengue fever is prevalent. A good protection against mosquito bites in the daytime is necessary.

Vaccination against DTP is recommended for all travelers to this country.

Vaccination against hepatitis A is recommended for all travelers to this country.

Vaccination against hepatitis B depends on your personal situation. Please contact KLM Health Services for a personal advice.

In this country there is a risk of getting malaria. Protection against mosquito bites is necessary during day- and nighttime. Sometimes malaria tablets are recommended, please contact KLM Health Services.

In this country Schistosomiasis is prevalent. Please contact KLM Health Services for personal advice.

In this country Zika virus is prevalent. A good protection against mosquito bites in the daytime is necessary.

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