There are precautions to take against mosquito bites such as using repellent, wearing long, loose clothing, using a mosquito net where appropriate and avoiding contact with insects and mosquitos. You should discuss these with the doctor during your appointment as other mosquito borne illnesses such as dengue fever and including Chikungunya Fever, Japanese Encephalitis and Filariasis are also present in Thailand.
The main area recommended for anti-malarial drugs is forested land that borders Myanmar, Cambodia and Laos. Rabies risk in Thailand is low but still present, so avoiding contact with dogs and other mammals is essential.
In certain cases travellers should still take precautions as avoiding contact may not be enough where an animal initiates contact with a human, and especially a child, for example. Increased risk of exposure to rabies occurs with:. If you might fit into any of these categories you need to speak with the doctor about your situation and consider getting vaccinated.
Australia remains one of only a few rabies-free countries in the world, so it is important to consider the risk before returning home. Generally it is advised not to get any temporary black henna tattoos while in Thailand, as the dye in them can severely irritate the skin. Some areas of Thailand can experience smoke haze or increased pollution, especially during March and April each year.
This can aggravate conditions such as asthma, sinus conditions or bronchial problems. Those experiencing any issues or symptoms should stay up to date with local meteorological warnings and take precautions when pollution is reported as high. Help can also be sought from local medical authorities.
When travelling from Ireland to Thailand there are no compulsory vaccines required for entry into the country. Nevertheless if your passport shows that you have travelled via a yellow fever endemic country then the immigration authorities in Thailand will usually check to see that you have received adequate vaccination cover against that disease.
Most travellers should start their vaccines about 4 to 6 weeks before they leave Ireland. However those planning a longer visit, or where their planned trip is likely to bring them to more rural parts of Thailand, should attend earlier to ensure that they have sufficient time to complete the vaccine courses. All Travellers Tetanus Tetanus is contracted through contaminated cuts, bites and breaks in the skin.
The vaccination provides cover for approximately 10 years in the majority of patients. Hepatitis A Hepatitis A is a common disease in many of the hotter regions of the world and usually contracted through contaminated food and water. Cover against Hepatitis A can be given alone or combined with protection against Typhoid or Hepatitis B.
Once completed, the Hepatitis A vaccination given on two occasions 6 to 12 months apart provides cover for approximately 25 years in the majority of patients. Typhoid Typhoid is a bacterial disease contracted through contaminated food and water. This vaccine can be combined with cover against Hepatitis A. Routine vaccines Recommendations Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip.
Immunization schedules. Cholera Recommendations There is no longer active cholera transmission and vaccine is not recommended. Hepatitis A Recommendations Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Thailand. Hepatitis B Recommendations Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages to Thailand.
Japanese Encephalitis Recommendations Recommended for travelers who Are moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to live Spend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitis Frequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitis Consider vaccination for travelers Spending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed nets Going to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be there Not recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.
Malaria Recommendations CDC recommends that travelers going to certain areas of Thailand take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Measles Recommendations Infants 6 to 11 months old traveling internationally should get 1 dose of measles-mumps-rubella MMR vaccine before travel. Rabies Recommendations Rabid dogs are commonly found in Thailand.
Typhoid Recommendations Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.
Hide Non-Vaccine-Preventable Diseases. Avoid sick people Tuberculosis TB Avoid contaminated water. Leptospirosis How most people get sick most common modes of transmission Touching urine or other body fluids from an animal infected with leptospirosis Swimming or wading in urine-contaminated fresh water, or contact with urine-contaminated mud Drinking water or eating food contaminated with animal urine.
Chikungunya How most people get sick most common modes of transmission Mosquito bite. Avoid Bug Bites. Dengue How most people get sick most common modes of transmission Mosquito bite. Leishmaniasis How most people get sick most common modes of transmission Sand fly bite. Zika How most people get sick most common modes of transmission Mosquito bite An infected pregnant woman spread it to her unborn baby. Hantavirus How most people get sick most common modes of transmission Breathing in air or accidentally eating food contaminated with the urine, droppings, or saliva of infected rodents Bite from an infected rodent Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus only occurs with Andes virus.
Avoid rodents and areas where they live Avoid sick people. Tuberculosis TB How most people get sick most common modes of transmission Breathe in TB bacteria that is in the air from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing. Hide Stay Healthy and Safe.
Eat and drink safely. Prevent bug bites. What can I do to prevent bug bites? Cover exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and hats.
Use an appropriate insect repellent see below. Use permethrin-treated clothing and gear such as boots, pants, socks, and tents. Do not use permethrin directly on skin. Stay and sleep in air-conditioned or screened rooms.
Use a bed net if the area where you are sleeping is exposed to the outdoors. What type of insect repellent should I use?
Higher percentages of active ingredient provide longer protection. What should I do if I am bitten by bugs?
Avoid scratching bug bites, and apply hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion to reduce the itching. Check your entire body for ticks after outdoor activity.
Be sure to remove ticks properly. What can I do to avoid bed bugs? Stay safe outdoors. Stay alert to changing weather conditions and adjust your plans if conditions become unsafe.
Prepare for activities by wearing the right clothes and packing protective items, such as bug spray, sunscreen, and a basic first aid kit. Consider learning basic first aid and CPR before travel. Bring a travel health kit with items appropriate for your activities.
Heat-related illness, such as heat stroke, can be deadly. Eat and drink regularly, wear loose and lightweight clothing, and limit physical activity during high temperatures.
If you are outside for many hours in heat, eat salty snacks and drink water to stay hydrated and replace salt lost through sweating. Protect yourself from UV radiation : use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15, wear protective clothing, and seek shade during the hottest time of day 10 a.
Be especially careful during summer months and at high elevation. Because sunlight reflects off snow, sand, and water, sun exposure may be increased during activities like skiing, swimming, and sailing.
Very cold temperatures can be dangerous. Dress in layers and cover heads, hands, and feet properly if you are visiting a cold location. Stay safe around water Swim only in designated swimming areas. Obey lifeguards and warning flags on beaches.
Practice safe boating—follow all boating safety laws, do not drink alcohol if driving a boat, and always wear a life jacket. Do not dive into shallow water. Do not swim in freshwater in developing areas or where sanitation is poor. Avoid swallowing water when swimming. Untreated water can carry germs that make you sick. To prevent infections, wear shoes on beaches where there may be animal waste. Keep away from animals.
Follow these tips to protect yourself: Do not touch or feed any animals you do not know. Do not allow animals to lick open wounds, and do not get animal saliva in your eyes or mouth.
Avoid rodents and their urine and feces. Traveling pets should be supervised closely and not allowed to come in contact with local animals. Mexico Locations. United States.
Book your visit online today! Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator. Vaccination is recommended for travelers at increased risk or visiting areas with active transmission. Yellow Fever — Mosquito — Required if traveling from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission Japanese Encephalitis — Mosquito — Recommended depending on itinerary and activities.
Recommended for extended travel, recurrent travelers and travel to rural areas. Present throughout country, especially northern regions. Most cases from May to October. Rabies — Saliva of Infected Animals — High risk country. Vaccine recommended for long-term travelers and those who may come in contact with animals. One time adult booster recommended. Shingles — Direct Contact — Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles. Pneumonia — Airborne — Two vaccines given seperately.
Influenza — Airborne — Vaccine components change annually. Single adult booster recommended. Yellow Fever Mosquito Required if traveling from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission Japanese Encephalitis Mosquito Recommended depending on itinerary and activities.
Rabies Saliva of Infected Animals High risk country. Shingles Direct Contact Vaccine can still be given if you have had shingles. Pneumonia Airborne Two vaccines given seperately. Influenza Airborne Vaccine components change annually. Customer Reviews. She was also very personable, making the visit relaxed and comfortable.
I also appreciated the bound print-out provided — great to have all the info in one place! The nurse made me feel confident and excited for my trip while informing me of things I should be aware of before going to Thailand!
Which was complicated. We had to change appointment times and she was very flexible and helpful. Our nurse was very knowledgeable about what we needed to be safe in Africa, and Thailand. The travel book she made had some great info on our destinations. They went above and beyond to help us and make sure we were prepared. They went over our vaccinations and what to watch out for when we visited Thailand.
He answered any questions we had, not only about our medication, but also about Thailand.
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