Travel Health Guide: Myanmar
Travelers to Myanmar should get Hepatitis A, Typhoid at minimum. Malaria prophylaxis is recommended for certain regions.
Essential Vaccines for Myanmar
Hepatitis A
Recommended for all travelers — transmitted via contaminated food and water
Typhoid
Highly recommended — endemic, especially with street food exposure
Routine Boosters
Ensure MMR, polio, tetanus-diphtheria are current
Recommended Vaccines
Hepatitis B
For extended stays or potential blood/body fluid exposure
Rabies
For rural travel, adventure activities, or animal contact risk
Japanese Encephalitis
For rural travel
Malaria Risk Assessment
Malaria risk in rural areas below 1000m year-round. Prophylaxis recommended for most travel outside Yangon and Mandalay.
Malaria prevention
Our physician will assess your specific Myanmar itinerary and recommend the appropriate antimalarial medication:
- Atovaquone-Proguanil (Malarone): Daily, fewer side effects, ideal for short trips
- Doxycycline: Daily, affordable, sun sensitivity — good for longer stays
- Mefloquine: Weekly dosing, potential mood/sleep effects
When to get vaccinated
Book your Myanmar travel consultation 4–6 weeks before departure to allow time for multi-dose vaccines and full immunity to develop. Traveling sooner? Call us — same-day appointments are often available.
What to bring to your appointment
Bring your passport, any existing vaccination records, a list of current medications, and your detailed travel itinerary including destinations, dates, and planned activities.
Medical Disclaimer & Sources
Vaccine recommendations are based on current Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) Guidelines and may change. Individual recommendations depend on your health history, itinerary, and current outbreaks. Always consult a travel medicine specialist for personalized advice.
View current Government of Canada travel advisory for Myanmar .
Book Your Myanmar Travel Consultation
Visit our travel clinic in Mississauga for a personalized pre-travel consultation and all required vaccines.
(905) 890-2757Disclaimer: Vaccine requirements and health recommendations vary by itinerary, medical history, and current health advisories. The information on this page is for general guidance only and does not replace a personalized travel health consultation. Please book an appointment with our physician for advice specific to your trip.