Following a dip in reported malaria cases from 2015 to 2017, the western province of Palawan has seen an uptick this year which has affected the southern mountainous areas (Rizal, Bataraza, Balabac, Quezon and Brooke's Point). Despite this, public health officials believe the planned elimination of malaria from the region by 2023 will be achieved. Read more
Advice for travellers
Travelvax recommends that travellers visiting this region discuss their itinerary and preventative medication with their healthcare provider. For advice, call Travelvax on 1300 360 164. 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.