Installing community health workers (CHW) in every village at risk of malaria is one of the successes in the country’s battle against the parasitic disease. The efforts have paid off: over the five years to 2021, malaria cases fell from five million to one million and deaths declined from 700 to 69. Read more
Advice for travellers
Travelvax recommends that travellers planning a visit to malarious regions discuss their itinerary and preventative measures, including medication, during a pre-travel medical consultation. More on malaria.
Before you travel, call Travelvax Australia’s telephone advisory service on 1300 360 164 (toll-free from landlines) for country-specific advice and information. You can also make an appointment at your nearest Travelvax clinic to obtain vaccinations, medication to prevent or treat illness, and accessories for your journey.