Micronesia

Ensure you are up to date on routine vaccines before every trip.

Ensure you are up to date on routine vaccines before every trip.

Ensure all routine vaccinations are up to date before travel.

Ensure routine vaccinations are up to date before travel.

Recommended for travelers to Micronesia due to potential exposure through food and water.

Routine vaccination recommended for all travelers, especially those without recent boosters.

Routine vaccination recommended for all travelers.

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip.

Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella), Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td), Flu (influenza), Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR), Polio, and Shingles.

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines.

Please see Your COVID-19 Vaccination for more information.

Prevent mosquito bites at all times to reduce the risk of chikungunya infection.

Chikungunya is a disease spread to humans by the bite of an infected mosquito, causing fever and joint pain. A vaccine for the prevention of chikungunya is approved in Canada.

Protect yourself from mosquito bites, particularly around sunrise and sunset, to prevent dengue fever.

Dengue is a disease spread to humans by mosquito bites, causing severe flu-like symptoms. There is no vaccine or medication that protects against dengue fever.

Before traveling to Micronesia, verify that your polio vaccination is current to prevent polio infection.

Polio is a highly contagious disease caused by the poliovirus. In severe cases, polio can damage a person's nervous system, leading to weakness or paralysis.

At least 8 weeks before travel

Check the latest vaccine recommendations for the Federated States of Micronesia.

Before travel

Ensure you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation.

Recommended year-round to prevent mosquito-borne diseases such as Zika virus, dengue, and chikungunya.

Use insect repellent, wear long-sleeved clothing, and sleep under mosquito nets.

Recommended for all travelers to FSM to prevent seasonal influenza, which can occur year-round in tropical climates.

Recommended for all travelers to FSM to prevent tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis infections, especially for those who have not received a booster dose in the past 10 years.

To prevent mosquito-borne diseases, especially in rural areas.

To prevent gastrointestinal illness; consume only safe food and beverages.

Eat food that is cooked and served hot; drink boiled or bottled water.

Use insect repellent and wear protective clothing to prevent mosquito-borne diseases.

Use EPA-registered insect repellent containing DEET, picaridin, or IR3535.

Practice safe eating and drinking habits to prevent travelers' diarrhea and other foodborne illnesses.

Drink only bottled, sealed, or treated water; avoid undercooked food.

Consider if traveling to areas with malaria risk.

To prevent mosquito-borne diseases.

Recommended for most travelers due to potential exposure through contaminated food or water.

Travelers should take precautions to avoid food and waterborne illnesses.

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities.

Considered for travelers who might have sexual contact with a new partner, get a tattoo, or have medical procedures.

Recommended to be fully vaccinated before travel to reduce risk of infection.

Consider if you might have sexual contact, get a tattoo, or receive a medical procedure.

Stay updated with vaccinations for travel.

For longer stays or intimate contact with local populations.

Recommended for children who may be exposed to animals.

Consider depending on the specific itinerary and activities.