Skip to main content
 

Book by phone:  +1 888 351 3336

 
 

Book by phone:  +1 888 351 3336

 
 

Book Online

 
 

Book Online

 
  • Home
  • About
  • Destinations
    • Europe
    • Middle East
    • Africa
    • East Asia
    • Central Asia
    • South East Asia
    • North America
    • Central America
    • South America
    • Australasia & Pacific
  • Clinics
    • District Of Columbia
    • Texas
  • Vaccines
    • Cholera
    • Diphtheria
    • Hepatitis A
    • Hepatitis B
    • Japanese encephalitis
    • Malaria
    • Polio
    • Rabies
    • Tetanus
    • Tick-borne encephalitis
    • Typhoid
    • Yellow fever
    • Meningococcal meningitis
  • Travel Advice
  • Blog
  • COVID
 

Thailand

Risk / Health Info for Thailand

Do I need vaccines for Thailand?

There are some recommended immunisations for Thailand and Global Travel Clinics can help you arrange these. Immunizations against food- and water-borne illnesses such as typhoid and hepatitis A are a good idea before you travel to Thailand.

A vaccination for Japanese encephalitis (JE) is worth considering, too, particularly if you have a long stay in Thailand. The mosquitoes that carry JE are common in rice paddies.

Rabies is present in Thailand in wild and domestic animals, particularly dogs, cats and monkeys. You can get a vaccination against rabies and this is a good idea if you are going to spend time with animals. It is also recommended for children, who don’t always remember that it isn’t safe to pet a strange animal. If you suffer an animal bite or scratch, you should get it looked at by a healthcare professional as soon as possible.

What are the hospital facilities like in Thailand?

Hospitals in Thailand are varied: the private medical facilities are excellent, while the public ones may not be up to Canadian standards. You may need to pay up-front or guarantee payment before treatment commences. Ensure you have travel health insurance if you are going to Thailand.

Air quality in Thailand

If you suffer from asthma or another respiratory condition you may find air pollution caused by smoke haze a problem in Thailand during March and April. Singapore Meteorological Service maintains a haze map which may be of use in making your travel plans for Thailand.

Altitude in Thailand
Parts of Thailand 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.
Dengue fever in Thailand
There have been cases of the mosquito-borne virus dengue fever in Thailand. 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 Thailand
Malaria prophylaxis will be required for some parts of Thailand 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.
Japanese encephalitis in Thailand
avian influenza in Thailand
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) in Thailand
MERS-CoV is a viral respiratory infection with a high mortality rate. It is caused by the coronavirus and is thought to be contracted from infected camels. You should take diligent hygiene measures such as thorough handwashing if you visit a farm, barn or market or touch a camel. Avoid contact with sick animals. Do not drink raw camel milk or urine; and do not eat camel meat that has not been properly cooked. The Government of Canada has issued a travel health advisory about Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus in Thailand.

Covid-19 Testing for Thailand

We are now offering high value services providing Gold Standard Covid-19 PCR Swab Test, Antigen test, Antibody TestTravel Certificateto meet the needs of our customers when it comes to quick privateCovid-19 PCR or Antibody testing.

Read more

Recommended Vaccines for Thailand

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
Japanese encephalitis2 Doses
Malaria prophylaxis
Rabies
Typhoid1 Dose
Typhoid (oral)1 Dose
This is a general list of travel vaccinations and immunisations for Thailand. Specific vaccines can only be determined after appointment with our travel nurse.

Book your Travel Vaccinations For Thailand

SELECT YOUR NEAREST CLINIC

 
 
 

About Thailand

The Kingdom of Thailand has tasty food, a hot climate and plenty of beaches and this makes it enormously popular as a holiday destination. Thai culture is heavily influenced by Buddhism. Thailand is popular as a spa destination and a Thai massage is considered so much more than physical treatment.

  Back to listabout 

top Tips for travelling to Thailand

The Thailand-Burma Railway, nicknamed the death railway in remembrance of the prisoners of war who were forced to work on it, is a site of war pilgrimage. To gain context it is worth visiting The Thailand-Burma Railway Centre. The Foreign and Commonwealth Office advises against all but essential travel to some parts of Thailand.

 

SELECT YOUR NEAREST CLINIC

 
 
 
 

About Us

 

Our vaccination and travel health clinics will ensure that you are up-to-date on all the travel immunizations recommended by healthcare professionals. Global Travel Clinics will ensure you are protected by all the recommended shots before you leave the country. We are currently focusing on Covid-19 PCR Swab Test, Antigen test, Antibody Test & Travel Certificates.

 

Book

 

CALL OUR APPOINTMENTS BOOKING LINE +1 888 351 3336

 

Mailing

 

Corporate Office:

Global Travel Clinics
440 Louisiana St. Suite 900
Houston
TX
US 77002

+1 888 351 3336

 

Important Pages

 

About Us

Contact Us

Travel Clinics California

Travel Clinic New York

Travel Clinic Texas

 
 
 

© Global Travel Clinics 2021