The Public Health Agency of Canada and the World Health Organization recommend that all Canadians receive the appropriate vaccinations and health advice before traveling to Mexico. These recommendations apply to travelers staying at deluxe hotels and resorts, as high-quality accommodations do not necessarily reduce the risk of certain foodborne and waterborne diseases.
All travelers should ensure that they are up-to-date with their routine immunizations. Some of these vaccines include: ● Chickenpox (Varicella) ● Tetanus-Diphtheria-Pertussis ● Measle-Mumps-Rubella ( MMR ) ● Pneumococcal ( for adults aged > 65years and all adults with chronic diseases or immunocompromising conditions.
Read moreTravelers should receive tailored travel-related vaccines for Mexico based on their itinerary and history of vaccinations. See Below!
Read moreThere is no risk of Yellow Fever disease in Mexico. An official certificate of Yellow Fever vaccination is not required for entry into Mexico. If you are travelling to Mexico from a different country than Canada, please consult with one of our experts to find out if you need proof of YF vaccination.
Read moreHigh risk exists for all travelers, including in deluxe accommodations. Traveler’s diarrhea affects up to 50% of travelers. Food and beverage precautions should be observed. Travelers are recommended to carry self-treatment medications for treatment of diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. TravelVAX may provide you with self-treatment medications in case you experience the issue during your trip.
Read moreIn Mexico, medical care meeting international standards is mainly available in major cities, with highly specialized cases or complex emergencies often requiring evacuation, frequently to the US. Outside these cities, medical care is generally inadequate. Mexico City and Cancun host hospitals accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI). In emergencies, private ambulance services are available in major cities like Mexico City, Cozumel, and Cancun, and the national medical emergency number is 911.Hospitals catering to foreigners usually require upfront payment, but this may be waived by those with agreements with some international insurance providers. All hospitals must provide emergency stabilization regardless of payment ability.
Read moreRisk of Dengue, Chikungunya and Zika exists in Mexico. Risk varies seasonally. There is greater risk of these diseases in urban and suburban areas than rural regions. Traveler’s specific risk depends on factors such as specific areas of stay, length of stay, type of trip, activities involved, and etc. and should be discussed with one of our TravelVAX practitioner. It is very important that travelers observe insect precautions as there are currently no vaccines available against these diseases. Our Travel health practitioners will provide you with complete instructions on general protective measures and the selection and use of an insect repellent.
Read moreHigh risk of violent crime exists throughout most of the country and travelers should visit Travel.gc.ca before and during visit to a high-risk area. Travelers who spend time outside resort areas, should be aware of surroundings and take every precautionary measure to avoid crimes and theft. For updated and comprehensive safety tips on Mexico, travelers are highly encouraged to visit Travel.gc.ca.
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Traveler’s diarrhea is the most common health problem for travelers, affecting up to 70% of travelers going to a developing country.
Rabies is a viral disease, which occurs in more than 150 countries and territories.
More than 686,000 people die every year due to complications of Hepatitis B, including cirrhosis and liver cancer.
Recovery from the illness can take people weeks or months, leading to time absent from work, school, or daily life.
Typhoid fever is caused by Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi (S. Typhi), which only lives in humans.
Recommended for all travelers during influenza season which is from October through April.
