Malaria

Malaria occurs in South Africa but only in certain areas as illustrated below.

Malaria does not occur in the Eastern Cape Province where "Greater Addo" is situated. The mosquito that carries malaria (not all mosquito's do) is active between sundown and sunrise. In this time it helps to use repellents that contain the ingredient DEET when you're in a risk area. If you happen to stay in an accommodation that offers a mosquito net it's advisable to use it and keep doors and windows closed.

Preventive medication

 Chloroquine and Proguanil are recommended for malaria areas in South Africa. This should be taken one week before entering a malaria region and should be continued for a further four weeks after leaving the area. If you become ill or if flu-like symptoms appear within three months of leaving a malaria area, you're advised to seek medical attention even if anti-malaria medication has been taken.

 

Recommended vaccinations for South Africa

 

Yellow fever
Compulsory vaccination for travellers from endemic countries.
(In other words, if you're travelling from or through a country where Yellow fever occurs your vaccination is a must if you want to avoid problems when entering South Africa.)

Rabies, Cholera and Hepatitis A
Recommended vaccination/prophylaxis only in certain areas, for risk groups or for a long-term (occupational) stay.

Hepatitis B and Typhus
Vaccination for adventure travellers, for long-term (occupational) stay, in close contact with inhabitants or possible medical treatment.
(In other words not for your regular holiday with accommodation in good hotels and guesthouses and food that's well prepared!)

Tetanus, Diphtheria, Measles, Mumps, Rubella
Recommended vaccination/prophylaxis for all travellers.
In most European countries these vaccinations are common. In other words; check when you've last been vaccinated en ask your doctor if your vaccinations are due for an update.

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