Vaccinations for the Philippines

Getting your vaccinations for the Philippines is an important point that should be on your travel check-list. With its warm climate and humid atmosphere, it has the ideal environment for the existence and proliferation of a number of pathogens and parasites. The chances of you falling ill on your travels around the country are remote but not non-existent. Therefore, the CDC and WHO recommend a list of vaccinations for the Philippines that will secure you off all tropical diseases that are prevalent in the country. As a matter of fact, these vaccinations are applicable to all tropical countries around the world. Read through this article to get as prepared as possible for your trip to the Philippines.

A list of vaccinations are recommended for the Philippines that will secure you off the tropical diseases and ensure you have a good time in this country.

Vaccinations for the Philippines

Dengue

In the Philippines, Dengue is by far the greatest threat to all tourists. Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral disease that commonly occurs in most tropical and sub-tropical countries. You will encounter mosquitoes on your travels around the country, which is why some insect repellent creams, spray or wipes will help alongside the vaccine.

Malaria

Although malaria is not as dangerous as dengue, we recommend an anti-malarial shot if you are traveling for a longer period within the country. Once again, malaria is common throughout the country due to mosquitoes.

Hepatitis A and B

Both Hepatitis A and B are viral diseases. Hepatitis A spreads through contaminated food or water, whereas Hepatitis B can be spread through the exchange of blood or bodily fluids. Vaccinations for both are a must, irrespective of the part of the world you reside in.

Typhoid

If you are an adventurer planning on visiting some of the more remote regions in the Philippines, then you should take a Typhoid shot since this disease spreads through contaminated food or water. Though the food in the cities is fairly safe, we can’t vouch for the food and water in more remote regions, and would only recommend sticking to cooked foods and ideally boiled water.

Rabies

Rabies is a dangerous disease to catch, and in many cases is lethal. The disease spreads through the saliva of animals that are infected by rabies. These animals include cats, dogs, monkeys, and bats. If you happen to get bitten and scratched by any animal in the Philippines, it is absolutely imperative that you visit a doctor and get a Rabies vaccination as soon as possible.

Yellow Fever

The Philippines is a country that is free of Yellow Fever. If you happen to travel from a country where Yellow Fever exists, then you should take a shot for the same.

Japanese Encephalitis

A JE vaccination is recommended to all tourists who plan on staying for more than a month. JE is transmitted through mosquito bites. A JE vaccination is also recommended if you plan on visiting rural areas in the Philippines.

Make sure you take all the necessary vaccines before visiting the Philippines.

Precautions against Diseases

As frightening as the thought may be of falling ill in a foreign country, millions travel the world every year. These people travel to exotic locations that can harbor exotic diseases. But rarely does a tourist fall sick on their trip. They achieve this by reducing the level of risk they are at catching a disease. While taking vaccinations for the Philippines is one precaution, you can also follow these tips to stay safe. 

Drink clean water

Dirty water is an ideal breeding ground for germs. Always ensure that you have access to clean water. This is an obvious, yet important. safety tip you should keep in mind.

Bug repellents

Always carry insect repellents when traveling to a tropical country. Consider using mosquito nets if you are visiting a particularly rural region.

Stay away from strays

As tempting as it may be to pet a stray dog or cat, you should refrain from doing so. If you see a stray that is hyper-salivating then stay as far away as possible.

Tattoos and Piercings

If you are getting inked on your trip then make sure that the parlour uses clean needles. Also, make sure you get tattooed at a proper shop. If you are offered a cheap tattoo by someone squatting under a cloth propped up by four sticks by the beach, it is safe to say that you should avoid them.

STDs

STDs are the same around the world. The same measures that you employ to keep yourself safe from STDs in your country apply to every other country in the world. Be mindful of this on your trip.

If you plan on getting inked then make sure you do so at a proper shop in order to avoid any sort of risks.

Even authorities within the Philippines recommend these vaccinations. You need not worry about your health in the country because as aforementioned, your chances of falling ill are very minimal. The hundreds of thousands of tourists who visit the Philippines and take home fond memories of this tropical paradise are a testimony to this fact. The vaccines exist simply to make sure that your visit to the islands is free of any visits to the doctor. The Philippines is safe, travel is affordable, the food is amazing and the people are warm. We definitely recommend visiting this fabulous country. You can check the websites of the CDC and WHO for further information regarding these vaccinations and the diseases they protect you from. For any other assistance you may need, reach out to us by clicking on Plan Your Trip and we’ll help you out.