Travel Vaccinations for Congo

Vaccines To Consider When Visiting Congo

A consultation will be completed with one of our specialist travel health nurses to assess your individual travel plans and health background before making recommendations, which can then be administered during the same appointment.

Hepatitis A - Adult
From £79
Yellow Fever + Certificate
From £84
Typhoid vaccine
From £49
Tetanus, Diphtheria & Polio
From £49

Vaccines Advised To Some Congo Visitors

Hepatitis B
From £59
Rabies IM
From £89
Cholera (oral)
From £44
There is a risk of Malaria in Congo. London Travel Clinic offers a range of antimalarials to keep you protected

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Destination Information for Congo

The Republic of Congo is in Central Africa, not to be confused with the Democratic Republic of Congo, a much larger country bordering it to the East. The entire population of Congo is concentrated in just two main urban areas, the cities of Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire, or in the smaller villages and towns along the railway line connecting them. Around 80% of the country is covered by tropical rainforest, making it a fabulous destination for wildlife watching in the Congo’s many reserves and national parks. The longest dry season in the Congo is May – September, and most tourists find that this is the best time to visit.

The country’s most famous national park, the Odzala National Park is known as one of the most important places in Africa for the conservation of forest elephants and gorillas. There are a number of camps at the reserve with luxury tourist lodges, where you can begin a safari adventure to see amazing birds and animals in their natural habitat. If you’re visiting Brazzaville, make sure you take in the sight of the rapids of the Congo River, where the power of the water is most impressive to watch. There are plenty of places to enjoy a meal, with a variety of cafes, restaurants and hotels in the city, where you can sample ‘Palm Wine’, a local favourite.

Infections and Outbreaks frequently change from country to country and by attending our clinics you will be given the most up to date clinical and safety advice from our team of specialists. Our advice to you often includes aspects such as:

Malaria and regions within country:

There is a high risk of P.Falciparum malaria throughout the country and anti-malarial medication is advised.

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Non Vaccinated Diseases

Rift Valley fever

Rift Valley fever (RVF) is an acute, fever-causing viral disease that usually affects domesticated animals (such as cattle and sheep), but can also infect and cause illness in humans. The majority of human infections are caused by direct or indirect contact with the blood or organs of infected animals.

Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever

Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is primarily spread to humans either by infected ticks or animal blood. Human-to-human transmission can also occur resulting from close contact with the blood, organs or other bodily fluids of an infected person.

West Nile virus

West Nile virus (WNV) is spread by mosquitoes in many countries. There are usually no symptoms, although some people develop mild flu-like symptoms, nausea and skin rash. The virus is not contagious and should get better without any treatment.

Travel Kits and Accessories
Price
Deet 50% - 100ml
£8
Deet 50% - 50ml
£6
Lifesystems EX4 Anti-Mozzie Fabric Spray - 350ml
£8.50
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Single
£20
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Double
£25
Natural Mosquito Repellent - 100ml
£7.75

African tick bite fever

Bacterial infection from bite from infected ticks. Most common between April-November and in rural, camping and hiking areas. Causes redness around site of bite and symptoms usually within 2 weeks, such as fever, muscle pain, headache and rash.

Travel Kits and Accessories
Price
Deet 50% - 100ml
£8
Deet 50% - 50ml
£6
Lifesystems EX4 Anti-Mozzie Fabric Spray - 350ml
£8.50

Chikungunya

Chikungunya is a viral disease transmitted to humans by infected mosquitoes and it causes fever and severe joint pain. Other symptoms include muscle pain, headache, nausea, fatigue and rash. Joint pain is often debilitating and can vary in duration. The disease shares some clinical signs with Dengue, and can be misdiagnosed in areas where Dengue is common. There is no cure for the disease. Treatment is focused on relieving the symptoms.

Travel Kits and Accessories
Price
Deet 50% - 100ml
£8
Deet 50% - 50ml
£6
Lifesystems Bed Bug Barrier Bedsheet
£12.99
Lifesystems EX4 Anti-Mozzie Fabric Spray - 350ml
£8.50
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Single
£20
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Double
£25

Leishmaniasis

A parasitic disease transmitted by the bite of an infected sandfly. Cutaneous Leishmaniasis (the most common): Causes skin lesions, mainly ulcers on exposed parts of the body, causing scars and serious disability. 90% of cases are in the Americas, the Mediterranean basin, the Middle East and Asia. Visceral Leishmaniasis (the most dangerous): Causes enlarged spleen and liver, anaemia, weight loss and irregular bouts of fever. Highly endemic in the Indian Subcontinent and East Africa. Mucotaneous (the least common): Causes partial or total destruction of the mucous membranes in the nose, mouth and throat. Most cases are found in Peru, Bolivia and Brazil.

Travel Kits and Accessories
Price
Deet 50% - 100ml
£8
Deet 50% - 50ml
£6
Lifesystems EX4 Anti-Mozzie Fabric Spray - 350ml
£8.50
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Single
£20
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Double
£25

Schistosomiasis

Schistosomiasis, also called bilharzia, is an infection caused by a parasitic worm that lives in fresh water in subtropical and tropical regions. Avoid swimming in fresh water rivers, streams and lakes if you can. You often don't have any symptoms at first, but after a few weeks may develop a rash, high temperature, cough, diarrhoea and joint pain. Schistosomiasis can usually be treated successfully with a short course of a medication that kills the worms.

Trypanosomiasis

Human African trypanosomiasis, also known as sleeping sickness, is a parasitic disease transmitted to humans by the bite of an infected tsetse fly, which is only found in rural Africa. Initial symptoms include severe headache, insomnia, enlarged lymph nodes, anaemia and rash.

Travel Kits and Accessories
Price
Deet 50% - 100ml
£8
Deet 50% - 50ml
£6
Lifesystems EX4 Anti-Mozzie Fabric Spray - 350ml
£8.50
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Single
£20
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Double
£25
Natural Mosquito Repellent - 100ml
£7.75

Additional Health Risks Information for Congo

The vast majority of Congo is considered safe to visit, with just two main areas which are advised against by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. The largest of these is the area surrounding Brazzaville. While the city itself is not included in these recommendations, the Brazzaville region is affected by violent rebel group activities, crime and armed banditry. There is currently no rail service between Brazzaville and Pointe-Noire. Foreigners may be targeted by criminals, so you should avoid walking anywhere by yourself or at night, and take particular care over your belongings when enjoying the beaches at Pointe-Noire.

As much of Congo is rural, dedicated to National Parks and rainforest, medical facilities can be hard to find unless you are in one of the two main cities. Ensure that your travel insurance will cover you for medical evacuation if necessary, as only very basic treatments can be carried out in Congo itself.

Congo is high risk for malaria and Yellow fever, it is advisable to visit a Travel clinic to get the necessary vaccines, medications and advice before you travel.

Although the wildlife is stunningly beautiful in this tropical country, it can be dangerous too.  There are reports of dogs with rabies present in Pointe-Noire, and further reports of cases of the human form of the Ebola virus. Bushmeat is thought to be the cause of a number of illnesses, so take care over the food you choose to eat along with its preparation.

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