Zimbabwe

Routine vaccination is recommended for all travelers.

Routine vaccination is recommended for all travelers.

Recommended for travelers visiting areas with malaria risk to prevent infection.

Malaria is prevalent in certain regions; consult a healthcare provider for appropriate prophylaxis.

Ensure polio vaccinations are up to date before travelling.

The World Health Organization (WHO), at the time of their last report, identified this country as no longer poliovirus-infected, but as having been previously infected within the last 24 months.

Discuss rabies vaccination with a health care professional if at high risk.

In this destination, rabies is commonly carried by dogs and some wildlife, including bats. Rabies is a deadly disease that spreads to humans primarily through bites or scratches from an infected animal. While travelling, take precautions, including keeping your distance from animals (including free-roaming dogs), and closely supervising children.

Protect yourself from mosquito bites at all times.

Malaria is a serious and sometimes fatal disease that is caused by parasites spread through the bites of mosquitoes. There is a risk of malaria in certain areas and/or during a certain time of year in this destination. Antimalarial medication may be recommended depending on your itinerary and the time of year you are travelling. Consult a health care professional or visit a travel health clinic before travelling to discuss your options.

Get vaccinated every year to protect against seasonal influenza.

The best way to protect yourself from seasonal influenza (flu) is to get vaccinated every year. Get the flu shot at least 2 weeks before travelling.

Vaccination is one of the most important ways to protect yourself from developing serious complications from COVID-19.

COVID-19 is an infectious viral disease. Most of the time, it spreads when people are in close contact with others who are infected with the virus. It spreads through respiratory particles, or through an infected surface or object.

Recommended for all travellers.

Hepatitis B is a risk in every destination. It is a viral liver disease that is easily transmitted from one person to another through exposure to blood and body fluids containing the hepatitis B virus. Travellers who may be exposed to blood or other bodily fluids (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment, sharing needles, tattooing, acupuncture or occupational exposure) are at higher risk of getting hepatitis B.

Ensure measles vaccination is up-to-date before travelling.

Measles is a serious viral infection that spreads easily. It spreads through the air, and can stay in the air for up to 2 hours. You can also get measles by direct contact with an infected person or by touching a surface with the virus on it and then touching your eyes, nose, or mouth before washing your hands.

Recommended for all travellers to areas where hepatitis A is present.

There is a risk of hepatitis A in this destination. It is a disease of the liver. People can get hepatitis A if they ingest contaminated food or water, eat foods prepared by an infectious person, or if they have close physical contact (such as oral-anal sex) with an infectious person, although casual contact among people does not spread the virus.

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

Typhoid fever vaccines licensed in the U.S.

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to Zimbabwe.

Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin.

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Zimbabwe.

Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A.

Vaccination may be considered for children and adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission.

Active cholera transmission is widespread in Zimbabwe.

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

Strongly recommended for all travelers before international travel.

To prevent mosquito-borne diseases such as malaria and dengue.

Use insect repellent, wear long sleeves, and sleep under a mosquito net.

Recommended for those traveling to areas with food and water safety concerns.

Recommended due to potential exposure through food and water.

If visiting areas with malaria risk, take prophylaxis as per zone recommendations.

Consult a healthcare provider for specific drug recommendations.

Considered in areas with malaria risk, particularly during the rainy season.