I am visiting Eqypt in February for the first time do I need any jabs?

Answer 1

I would recommend checking the travel advisories for egypt as they do change from time to time.
Here is a link to the CDC's Travel page about North African countries.
http://www.cdc.gov/travel/nafrica.htm#vaccines
There is some really good health and safetly information there. In general try not to wear open toed shoes as there is a certain parasite that can enter through your skin that lives in the sand. As well as a rather serious worm that can enter into your skin and attach to your liver, intestines, bladder, etc... The worm is found in several water sources including the nile as well as smaller rivers in Egypt. Also some streets can be pretty dirty depending where you are and it's just not a good idea to expose yourself to that. Also, make sure you have plenty of insect repellent. Malaria is not a big problem in Egypt but there are plenty of cases every year. It is spread by mosquitos so if you protect yourself with insect repellent you should be safe. If you do contract it see a local doctor immediately (don't worry pretty much all doctors speak english as thats the language they learn their practice in, although they often have heavy accents which may make them difficult to understand). Also pack plenty of sunscreen to protect your skin. A mosturizer is also a good idea to protect your skin from the arid climate. And of course when there drink bottled water only!

Answer 2

I am a Canadian girl living in Egypt for the last 2 years and the only jabs you REALLY need are .......typhoid..... make sure you have tetanus / polio and diphtheria up to date (it's free in Canada so why not? - sorry at least Ontario)......
And bring some Imodium......you never know what the food will do to you...even if you are careful!
However, with that said Egypt has great pharmacies and the drugs are cheap, cheap, cheap so you can get whatever you need here as well... Do not avoid any areas of Egypt....! (you will just regret it later).

Answer 3

u are not soo deep of the heavy forest here when u are in egypt, so if you need something to have hight protection ok you can get some Jab, if u healthy i don't think you need, we have soo many tourist come here and many of them not have any jab, some of them get before coming to have extra firewall. that is all, if u need any more info you can contact back at any moment.

Answer 4

Yea you need Jabs. I would suggest you visit your local GP or doctor. God bless and have a nice time in Egypt..x

Answer 5

not if you are going to The Sinai, ie Sharm el Sheikh or the Red Sea. If you are going to see 'real' Egypt i think you do. Personally i would keep away from real Egypt you may be disappointed. The tourist places on the sea are good though. Been twice now.

Answer 6

i would bring jabs so you can show respect and blend in more and see the "real "place You are never disappointed to see the real country and people as you are learning firsthand about the world-what an opportunity Enjoy and be safe

Answer 7

Not necessary, but I recommend Typhoid jab..
and by the way, Egypt is something, and Tropical Africa is totally another thing !...WE DON'T HAVE MALARIA !!!!
I hope the "know-it-all"s die, or I die !

Answer 8

it depends what part you are going to. You may need malaria tablets. If you go into your nearest chemist or boots they will have a chart they can look at and tell you what you need. They can also give you a leaflet. I went to Sharm El Sheik and didn't need anything. Have a nice time! Egypt is amazing!

Answer 9

It is not compulsory, but I have been recently, and would advise you to consider having the main ones if you are travelling around Egypt. Cairo itself is OK though.
Happy holidays.

Answer 10

ignore the last guy comments. Egypt is truly beautiful i went to sharm el sheikh last year. u dont have to have any necessary but i had typhoid and hep b jsut to be sure. hope this helps