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 Kenya. 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. Book a travel consultation today to get fully prepared for your trip.
Travel VaccinesAll travelers should ensure they are up-to-date with their routine immunizations. Some of these vaccines include: • Chickenpox (Varicella) • Tetanus-Diphtheria-Pertussis • Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) • Pneumococcal (for adults aged 65 years and older, and all adults with chronic diseases or immunocompromising conditions)
Read moreTravelers should receive travel-related vaccines tailored for this country, based on their itinerary and vaccination history. See below!
Read moreThere is a risk of yellow fever in all or some areas of this country. An official yellow fever certificate may be required for those travelling to and from this country. A TravelVAX expert will determine whether you need the vaccine based on your itinerary, past vaccinations, and medical history.
Read moreMalaria risk exists in most areas of this country. The pathogen is transmitted through specific mosquito bites, making prevention essential for those staying in malaria-risk areas, as malaria can have serious consequences. During a consultation, our TravelVAX expert will review your itinerary, provide information on mosquito-bite prevention measures, and, if necessary, prescribe antimalarial medications
Read moreThere is a high risk for all travelers, including those staying in deluxe accommodations, as traveler's diarrhea affects up to 50% of travelers. It is advisable to take precautions with food and beverages. Travelers are recommended to carry self-treatment medications for diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. TravelVAX can provide you with these self-treatment medications, including an emergency antibiotic in case you experience these issues during your trip.
Read moreHigh-altitude illness is not an issue in this country, as most of the country is at a low elevation. Our travel consultant will review your itinerary and will determine if you will be in any high-altitude areas and will provide you the necessary information and prescription medications to prevent altitude sickness.
Read moreRisk of Dengue, Chikungunya and Zika exists in this country. 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 practitioners. 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.
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The virus is primarily transmitted through food and water. The vaccine is recommended for all travelers to this country.
Typhoid fever is caused by Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi (S. Typhi), which only lives in humans.
Rabies is transmitted through bites or scratches from animals, particularly stray dogs in this country. Post-exposure treatment for unvaccinated travelers can be complicated and time- sensitive, post-exposure infection is fatal. Depending on your itinerary and activities, a consultation with our team will help you determine if this vaccine is right for you.
Chikungunya means to become controlled and describes the stooped appearance of sufferers with severe joint pain.
Recommended for all travelers during influenza season which is from October through April.
Transmitted through food and water, various pathogens can potentially cause debilitating diarrhea. An oral vaccine is available for the prevention of traveler’s diarrhea. As mentioned above, TravelVAX will prescribe an effective self-treatment antibiotic for an emergency severe case if necessary during your consultation.
Hepatitis B is transmitted through contact with blood or bodily fluids. Chronic hepatitis B infection is more common in this country, so the vaccine is recommended for all travelers, even those without anticipated risky activities.
There is risk of this mosquito-borne disease in all areas of this country. Our travel expert will provide you with the vaccination if you need it and it is considered to be safe for you.
Polio is caused by a virus and is primarily transmitted through the ingestion of food or water contaminated via the fecal-oral route. Although the risk is generally low for most travelers in this country, outbreaks can still occur in certain areas. Polio can be debilitating if contracted, so a booster dose of the vaccine is recommended for certain travelers, including those who have been previously immunized.
Meningitis, a potentially fatal disease, is an infection of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. The Neisseria meningitidis bacteria are transmitted from person to person through respiratory droplets and close contact. The vaccine is recommended for certain areas in this country or for those with prolonged contact with the local population. A TravelVAX expert can help you decide whether you need the vaccine.
