Travel in China - Immunizations & insurance (english)

VACCINES AND DISEASES: KNOWLEDGE IS PREVENTION

There are no particular endemic diseases, however, tuberculosis and hepatitis A and B are widespread. We recommend at least a cursory analysis about your physical condition, as well as a self examination. The main health risks are the diseases transmitted by food and water. Ask for the free brochures which are distributed by the ASL and contact your doctor before embarking on the journey. No need for specific vaccinations, although randomly occurring cases of Meningococcal meningitis and sometimes malaria (up recently) among the local population, rare cases of infected tourists (because of precautions). If you use the "pill", because of the potential contraindications with antibiotics. In addition, because of climate change, the pill may have only small effect.

IMMUNIZATIONS

We recommend, after consulting a doctor, vaccinations against tetanus and polio. We also recommend the following vaccinations (depending on the condition of health of travelers and behind medical opinion): diphtheria, typhoid fever, hepatitis A and B, meningitis. For areas of Yunnan and Hainan Island, such as the provinces of Guangxi and Guizhou, the vaccine against Japanese encephalitis is recommended if staying in rural areas. For such vaccination is always good to consult your doctor before starting to evaluate the opportunity, given the real risk of anaphylactic shock and possible side effects. If you are coming from countries with endemic yellow fever must be shown to have maintained its vaccine. Officially, no vaccinations are required for China, some advice below: Hepatitis (A + B) Recommended generally vaccination in case of prolonged stay in the subtropics. Hepatitis A is contagious through liquids and food, hepatitis B through blood and other body fluids. Vaccination with Gamma Globulin protects for about 4-6 months Typhoid. Vaccination against typhoid should be evaluated with the doctor, as it is not very effective. Tetanus to consider, protects against infection from cuts, wounds! Polio recommended, a reminder should suffice. Malaria, there is a slight risk in the summer months in the southern regions. A good protection is achieved with the dress covered antinseptic spray and mosquito nets. Immunization is difficult, as most of the viruses are immunized against vaccines.

INSURANCE

We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance before leaving, and for those who participate in our travels is always required. Hospital or Medical expenses for travelers abroad may soon reach high figures in China. Spend some money first to have no worries after in this case is very wise. The insurance coverage you might need for the reimbursement of medical expenses, damage to baggage, emergency (to be considered especially for travel sports and / or in remote areas) and the cancellation of the trip.

It is recommended to make a note of the insurance emergency contact/customer service and keep them with you, and leave one copy to us in case of emergencies. However we hope to never need!