Advice For Traveling To Middle East
Whether it be the Mecca, or the Arabian Gulf, there are numerous beautiful places to visit. Unfortunalty, many travelers don’t understand some of the health risks can happen upon your Middle Eastern travel. Getting the proper travel vaccinations can add both safety and comfort to your trip!
Middle East Risk Map
Is There Any Additional Health Risks?
- Traveler’s Diarrhea- This is very common among international travel and is caused by eating contaminated food/water. To help reduce the risk of this illness,
- Eating at only reputable establishments
- Wash your hands regularly
- Have a travelers’ diarrhea kit.
Travel Vaccines For Middle East
| Vaccination | Disease Transmission | Additional Info |
|---|---|---|
| Hepatitis A | Consumption Of Contaminated Food Or Water | Recommended for travelers of this region. |
| Hepatitis B | Exposure To Contaminated Body Fluids (Sex, needles, etc.) | Recommended for travelers of this region. |
| Rabies |
Bitten Or Scratched By A Contaminated Animal
|
Vaccine is recommended for long-term travelers or anyone who can come in contact with such animals. |
| Typhoid | Consumption Of Contaminated Food or Water | Recommended for travelers of this region. |
| Yellow Fever | Spread through infected mosquito bites | Recommended for travelers of this region. |