Vaccinations for Bangladesh
Travel Vaccinations
| Vaccine | Recommended | May Be Required | When To Vaccinate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diphtheria | 2 weeks before | ||
| Hepatitis A | 2 weeks before | ||
| Tetanus | 2 weeks before | ||
| Typhoid | 2 weeks before | ||
| Cholera | 2 weeks before | ||
| Hepatitis B | 3 weeks before | ||
| Japanese Encephalitis | 6 weeks before | ||
| Rabies | 1 month before |
Yellow Fever Certificate Requirements
Malaria Information
Malaria is a serious and sometimes fatal disease transmitted by mosquitoes. You cannot be vaccinated against malaria.
Malaria precautions
- Malaria risk is present throughout the year in rural areas of 13 of 64 districts. Risk is highest in Chittagong districts (Bandarban, Rangamati and Khagrachari) and Cox Bazaar district. Risk is lower in districts of Hobigonj, Kurigram, Moulvibazar, Mymensingh, Netrakona, Sherpur, Sunamgonj and Sylhet. There is minimal risk in other areas and Dhaka City.
- Malaria precautions are essential. Avoid mosquito bites by covering up with clothing such as long sleeves and long trousers especially after sunset, using insect repellents on exposed skin and, when necessary, sleeping under a mosquito net.
- Check with your doctor or nurse about suitable antimalarial tablets.
- See malaria map – additional information can be found by clicking on the Regional Information icon below the map.
- High risk areas: atovaquone/proguanil OR doxycycline OR mefloquine is usually advised for forested areas in the south-east and in the Chittagong Hill Tracts.
- Low to no risk areas: antimalarial tablets are not usually advised.
- If you have been travelling in a malarious area and develop a fever seek medical attention promptly. Remember malaria can develop even up to one year after exposure.
- If travelling to high risk malarious areas, remote from medical facilities, carrying emergency malaria standby medication may be considered.
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