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Egypt

Risk / Health Info for Egypt

What injections should I get for Egypt

The vaccines you need for Egypt are listed on this page. These include a hepatitis A and typhoid, which is a good idea before travelling to Egypt. Hep A and typhoid are often contracted from food or water.

Some people should consider getting vaccinated against hepatitis B. These include children, frequent and long-stay travellers as well as those who will be working in a healthcare setting, including dentistry or in a lab that handles bodily fluids.

Rabies occurs in Egypt and if you are going to a remote part of Egypt or if you will be working with animals, particularly bats and dogs, consider getting vaccinated. Children should also be vaccinated against rabies. Seek urgent medical advice for an animal bite or scratch, even if you have been vaccinated.

What are the healthcare facilities like in Egypt?

Some of the medical facilities in tourist resorts are of questionable quality, and it is recommended you check The Foreign and Commonwealth Office’s advice on this matter. Psychiatric care may not be available outside major cities. It is important to have good travel insurance for Egypt.

The emergency number in Egypt is 123.

Other health information for Egypt

Because of the dry climate in Egypt it is important to keep hydrated.

There have been a few cases of avian flu in Egypt. These occur mainly in rural areas. The risk to humans is very low and you can further reduce your risk of contracting bird flu by avoiding contact with wild or domestic birds.

Cases of dengue fever are occasionally seen in Egypt. Avoid mosquito bites. There may also be a risk of another mosquito-borne disease, malaria. The risk depends on where and when you will be visiting and drugs to help prevent malaria are available.

Altitude in Egypt
Parts of Egypt are higher than 2,400m, and travellers planning to spend time at a high altitude should take steps to protect themselves against the potentially life-threatening acute mountain sickness. Your healthcare provider can help with this.
Schistosomiasis in Egypt
The schistosomiasis parasite enters humans through the skin during contact with fresh water. To prevent infection, avoid swimming or paddling in lakes and streams in Egypt. This condition is also known as bilharzia.
Dengue fever in Egypt
There have been cases of the mosquito-borne virus dengue fever in Egypt. Dengue fever is also known as breakbone fever because of the severe bone, joint and muscular pains it causes, in addition to flu-like fever and headache. There is no vaccine for dengue fever. Avoid mosquito bites by using insect repellents (50% DEET) and by wearing protective clothing. Sleeping with mosquito nets is also recommended.
Malaria in Egypt
Malaria prophylaxis will be required for some parts of Egypt at certain times of year. There is no malaria vaccine, but there are anti-malaria drugs that should be taken before, during and after travelling to certain at-risk countries. Speak with your healthcare provider six weeks before your trip, as not all prophylaxis regimes are appropriate for all regions and all individuals.

Covid-19 Testing for Egypt

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Recommended Vaccines for Egypt

Vaccine NameCourse
Hepatitis A2 Doses
Hepatitis A and B combined (adult)3 Doses
Hepatitis A and B combined (paediatric)2 Doses
Hepatitis A and typhoid (combined)1 Dose
Hepatitis A (paediatric)1 Dose
Hepatitis B3 Doses
Hepatitis B (paediatric)3 Doses
Malaria prophylaxis
Rabies
Typhoid1 Dose
Typhoid (oral)1 Dose
This is a general list of travel vaccinations and immunisations for Egypt. Specific vaccines can only be determined after appointment with our travel nurse.

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About Egypt

Whether you are travelling for sport, culture, business, relaxation or for spiritual reasons, Egypt has something for everyone. Iconic monuments such as the Sphinx and the ruins at Memphis and Thebes mean that Egypt has a place on many people’s bucket lists. Its economy is booming and many start-ups are providing services to the companies in Europe and the US.

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top Tips for travelling to Egypt

Carry a small flashlight with you if you are visiting ruins and tombs. It will help you pick up details you would otherwise miss. Be prepared to crawl through narrow passages, long pants are better than skirts or shorts for this.

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office advises travel to parts of Egypt, although the areas favoured by tourists, such as Luxor, Qina, Aswan, Abu Simbel and the Valley of the Kings and the Red Sea. Resorts of Sharm el Sheikh and Hurghada, are not included in this warning.

 

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