It all depends on whether you solely travel to a city on the east coast – Rio de Janeiro or Sao Paolo for example – or whether you plan an inland jungle tour. For example, in the Amazon, malaria and yellow fever are prevalent. If you visit this area, it is wise to get vaccinated and to take anti-malaria medicines. Furthermore, you will need to protect yourself against the fierce sun and avoid mosquito bites. Our KLM Health Services nurses gladly inform you about the immunisations and vaccinations for Brazil and on how to prepare for a healthy trip. Click here to make an appointment (in Dutch) with a nurse.
Brazil vaccinations: the most common risks
If you travel to Brazil, you run the risk of catching a (tropical) disease, but vaccines can protect you against these. Our health experts have created an overview of the most common diseases in Brazil, so you can see at a glance which specific vaccinations you should get.