2007-09-17 06:57:43 · 13 answers · asked by puddytat 2 in Travel ➔ Asia Pacific ➔ Thailand
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2007-09-18 02:49:27 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The USA Center for Disease Control "suggests" the following:
Routine vaccinations, mumps, measles, etc. and DPT shot
Hepatitis A and B
Typhoid
Rabies
Polio
Japanese Encephalitis
Of the above, you should have a your tetanus updated and probably Hepatitis A and/or B. Most Americans have had Polio shots. Since, you are traveling to Krabi well, the rest is up to you. The conditions should be clean so Typhoid and Japanese Encephalitis should not be a problem. And Rabies, well stay away from the animals. :-)
At the least get Hepatitis A or B or both, in general with question of health conditions in eating establishments here in the USA and all over the world. It's best to be safe. The unfortunate truth is that many restaurants hire immigrant labor and you don't know where those hands have been.
Enjoy your trip
2007-09-20 10:17:08 · answer #2 · answered by gbdelta1954 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I travelled to Krabi last year and although no injections were stated as being needed I had a Hepatitis A and Typhoid mixed jab. I think it was called Hepytrix or something like that - can't find the stuff that says what I had now!
I was more concerned about malaria, but as stated several times already it's not an issue in Krabi. Do take Mossie repellent with you because they are biters out there!
I hope you have a great time - it's a beautiful area and there is so much to see and do there.
2007-09-18 07:29:04 · answer #3 · answered by Wibble 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just went to Phuket last month and I didn't take any shots! There is no need for maralia or things like that in Krabi.
2007-09-17 17:54:39 · answer #4 · answered by technaja 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't really need any. We went last year and didn't have any, and malaria isn't prevalent in that area.
Krabi is a lovely part of Thailand and the airport is really nice. When we arrived there loads of school children wanting our names and where we were from in their school books and it was really cute.
If you are concerned visit your doctor and ask them what you need. We had no problems whatsoever with dodgy tummies and really enjoyed our stay.
If you haven't been before, Thailand is truly beautiful, the people are wonderful and the scenery is absolutely stunning.
2007-09-17 14:30:23 · answer #5 · answered by Jojotraveller 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
injections aint needed but stupidity is alive on this subject and I would highly advise you to get them. esp young children. Shots needed are hepB, Typhoid, Polio and Tentanus. As stated already Malaria tablets are not really needed for Krabi
2007-09-17 23:01:49 · answer #6 · answered by farleyboy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends how long your trip is for,
Visit your GP who will be up to date for
vaccinations you may need and at least a
couple of weeks before you go.
Visit www.traveldoctor.info/vaccinations/thailand.151.html
Try to eat things hot and cooked in front of you.
No problem with the bakery food in krabi.
wonderful place to stay, good people excellent food ,
Have a fantastic time you lucky people.
2007-09-17 15:36:44 · answer #7 · answered by gilt t 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tuberculosis (TB) was once a problem with local people, but has fallen in the last 10 years.
2007-09-18 18:09:30 · answer #8 · answered by Steve F 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing is required; some are recommended. Here's a list (if you do get shots, be sure to see your physician at least a month before departure):
http://www.mdtravelhealth.com/destinations/asia/thailand.html
2007-09-17 15:57:26 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
check out at your surgery, its not on the malaria hotlist but if you intend going to the coast the biggest danger will be from waterborne diseases as the partially treated sewage discharges to the sea
2007-09-18 12:20:14 · answer #10 · answered by Daddybear 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing. Enjoy!
2007-09-18 13:01:13 · answer #11 · answered by nipper 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋