The World Health Organisation awarded certification of malaria-free status to China last month, this became the joint goal of 13 ministries, including health, finance, industry, and education. An impressive result for a country which went from 30 million cases in the 1940s to zero indigenous cases in 2017. The WHO awards this certification to countries that have proven beyond reasonable doubt, that the chain of indigenous transmission has been interrupted nationwide for at least the previous 3 consecutive years.
Advice for travellers
Travelvax recommends that travellers discuss their itinerary with their healthcare provider, to determine if malaria is an issue for their trip or not. 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.