Many of you living in Malaysia likely take advantage of long holidays or consecutive days off to travel to neighboring countries.
\nEspecially from Kuala Lumpur, access to various Southeast Asian countries is excellent, and because the cost of living is affordable, many people enjoy traveling during their holidays.<\/p>\n
However, unlike Japan, these Southeast Asian countries are regions where many infectious diseases are prevalent. Vaccinations are essential to prevent various infections while traveling. To ensure a safe and enjoyable trip, let\u2019s review the vaccinations you should consider before traveling to Southeast Asia.<\/p>\n
Rabies Vaccine:<\/strong> Stray dogs are common in Southeast Asian countries, and some may carry rabies. Since rabies is nearly 100% fatal once symptoms manifest, getting vaccinated is highly recommended.<\/p>\n Tetanus Vaccine:<\/strong> This disease can be contracted through injuries or bites from stray dogs.<\/p>\n Dengue Fever Vaccine:<\/strong> This is an infectious disease transmitted by mosquitoes.<\/p>\n Typhoid Vaccine:<\/strong> Typhoid is contracted through unsanitary food or water. We strongly recommend vaccination if you plan to enjoy local street stalls rather than high-end restaurants while traveling.<\/p>\n Cholera Vaccine:<\/strong> This is also transmitted through contaminated food and water at your destination.<\/p>\n In addition to these, there are various other vaccines to consider, such as Hepatitis A and B, Measles and Rubella, and Japanese Encephalitis (which, despite its name, is common throughout Southeast Asia, not just in Japan).<\/p>\n If you have travel plans or any questions, please feel free to consult with us.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":2359,"template":"","class_list":["post-2346","medical-articles","type-medical-articles","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n