CDC Updates Malaria Prevention Guidelines for East Africa Travel
The CDC revised malaria prophylaxis recommendations for Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda effective June 2026. Atovaquone-proguanil remains first-line while tafenoquine gains expanded approval. Travelers must obtain prescriptions before departure.
Australia Updates Hepatitis A Vaccine Advice for Southeast Asia Travel
Australia's health department revised hepatitis A vaccine guidance for Southeast Asia on June 3. All travellers to Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam are now strongly recommended to vaccinate. Outbreaks in Bali and Phuket prompted the update.
CDC Updates Yellow Fever Vaccine Requirements for South America Travel
The US CDC revised yellow fever vaccination recommendations for travellers to Brazil and Peru effective 15 June. Proof of vaccination is now required for all arrivals from endemic zones regardless of itinerary. The single-dose certificate remains valid for life.
Canada Mandates Measles Vaccination Proof for All Air Arrivals
Canada will require proof of measles vaccination for all air passengers aged six months and older effective 15 July 2026. The rule applies regardless of nationality or departure country. Unvaccinated travelers must show a medical exemption or face entry denial.
Thailand Requires Yellow Fever Vaccination Proof for African Arrivals
Thailand will enforce yellow fever vaccination certificates for all arrivals from 12 African nations starting June 10. The rule follows WHO recommendations after recent outbreaks. Unvaccinated passengers face quarantine or entry denial.
Australia Requires Hepatitis A Vaccine for All Arrivals
Australia will mandate proof of Hepatitis A vaccination for all international arrivals from 1 July 2026. The requirement follows a nationwide outbreak linked to imported food. Unvaccinated travellers must receive the shot at least 14 days before entry.
Singapore Requires Measles Booster Proof for All Arrivals
Singaporeβs Ministry of Health mandated proof of measles booster vaccination for all incoming travellers starting 15 June. The rule applies regardless of nationality or age. Airlines must verify documents at check-in or face fines up to SGD 10,000 per passenger.
Kenya Mandates Yellow Fever Vaccination for All Arrivals
Kenya requires proof of yellow fever vaccination for all international arrivals from 1 June 2026. The rule applies regardless of origin country. Certificates must be issued at least 10 days before travel.
Brazil Requires Yellow Fever Booster for Amazon Travelers From July
Brazil's health ministry will mandate a yellow fever booster shot for all visitors to Amazon states starting July 1 2026. The rule applies to nine states including Amazonas and ParΓ‘. Certificates must be presented at domestic flight check-in.
Australia Introduces Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine Requirement for Bali Travelers
Australia added Japanese encephalitis vaccination to entry requirements for travelers returning from Bali effective June 1 2026. The rule applies to all Australian residents staying longer than 30 days. Health authorities recorded 14 imported cases in 2025 prompting the policy change.
Kenya Adds Malaria Vaccine Requirement for All Incoming Travellers
Kenya will require proof of malaria vaccination for all international arrivals beginning July 1. The RTS,S vaccine must be administered at least 14 days before entry. The rule applies regardless of origin country or length of stay.
CDC Adds Yellow Fever Booster Requirement for Kenya Travel
The US CDC will require a yellow fever booster for travellers to Kenya from 15 June 2026. The change follows updated WHO guidance on waning immunity after ten years. Proof of vaccination must be shown at Kenyan entry points.