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1.12      VACCINATIONS

The only vaccination that is compulsory is for those travellers arriving FROM a Yellow Fever area.

Vaccinations are recommended (but not compulsory) for Typhoid and Hepatitis A.

The table below is a guideline. Speak to a doctor first, as travellers have different requirements & concerns.

Disease	Recommendation	When to see a doctor
Typhoid	Vaccination recommended	10 days before travel
Hepatitis A	Vaccination recommended	2 weeks before travel
Diphtheria	Sometimes recommended	3 months before travel
Tuberculosis	Sometimes recommended	3 months before travel
Hepatitis B	Sometimes recommended	2 months before travel
Cholera	Sometimes recommended	2 weeks before travel
Yellow Fever	Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an infected area	10 days before travel

1.13      TRAVEL INSURANCE

It is essential to ensure you have adequate travel insurance when visiting Africa. Check your existing insurance policies before purchasing additional travel insurance to cover trip cancellation, lost luggage, medical expenses, or car rental insurance, as you are likely to have partial or complete coverage. Speak to your insurance broker or get further information or buy travel insurance at one of these popular insurers:

• Europ-Assistance (( UK: 0844 338 5533) www.europ-assistance.co.uk
• Access America ((. USA: 800/284-8300); www.accessamerica.com
• Travel Guard International (( USA: 800/826-1300) www.travelguard.com
• Travel Insured International ((. USA: 800/243-3174) www.travelinsured.com
• Travelex Insurance Services (( USA: 800/228-9792) www.travelex-insurance.com

Make sure that any insurance you take out covers Cancellation and Curtailment (if you have to cancel or alter your plans) and Baggage & Money Insurance, particularly for photographic equipment and valuable items.

If you anticipate an insurance claim upon your return, be sure to document as accurately as possible any accident, injury or loss. Doctor's notes and police reports will aid any claim.

1.14      MEDICAL INSURANCE

It is essential to have full medical, emergency evacuation and repatriation cover for the period of time you are away. Although this is covered by various schemes, a more cost effective option may be available through your local travel agent.

You need to ensure that Medical Insurance is structured specifically for travel to Africa and covers all the essential elements for emergency medical insurance, and is underwritten by an insurance giant.

 

 

 

 

 

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