Are you leaving for Dominica soon? After reading our travel advice about Dominica, you will know better how to prepare yourself for your trip. Which specific precautions and vaccinations Dominica requires will amongst others depend on your trip and the length of your stay in this country.
Dominica is an island country in the Caribbean. The capital, Roseau, is located on the western side of the island. It is geographically situated as part of the Windward Islands chain in the Lesser Antilles archipelago in the Caribbean Sea.
Vaccinations Dominica: common risks
You may encounter diseases in Dominica 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 vaccinations Dominica requires. Also read our tips for travelling. This way you can best protect yourself against health risks from water, food, sun and insects.
Mandatory vaccinations
In this country Yellow Fever is not prevalent. However, when you’re traveling FROM a Yellow fever area vaccination can be COMPULSORY. Please contact KLM Health Services to discuss or vaccination applies to you.
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.
In this country Zika virus is prevalent. A good protection against mosquito bites in the daytime is necessary.