Acholera vaccination certificate is not a condition of entry to Mozambique. However, cholera is a serious risk in Mozambique and precautions are essential. Up-to-date advice should be sought before deciding whether these precautions should include vaccination, as medical opinion is divided over its effectiveness.

  Typhoid & Polio

All water should be regarded as being potentially contaminated. Water used for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice should have first been boiled or otherwise sterilised. Milk is unpasteurised and should be boiled. Powdered or tinned milk is available and is advised, but make sure that it is reconstituted with pure water. Avoid dairy products which are likely to have been made from unboiled milk. Only eat well-cooked meat and fish, preferably served hot. Pork, salad and mayonnaise may carry increased risk. Vegetables should be cooked and fruit peeled.

HIV & AIDS

HIV virus is often transmitted through sexual contact or dirty needles - blood transfusion or blood tests, vaccinations or any other usage of needles. The hygienic conditions of the Mozambique's hospital is not on the western standard.
HIV infection rate in Mozambique is high - like in most southern african countries: about 15%. This number is an estimation, since there's is 1 doctor for 44 000 people in Mozambique. It's believed, that almost all inhabitants of some villages might be infected.

If you need an injection in Mozambique, ask to see the syringe unwrapped in front of you or carry a needle or syringe pack with you from home.

Rabies

Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information, see the Health section.

Hepatitis A, B and E

  Hepatitis A, B and E are present. Meningococcal Meningitis may also occur.

Plague has been reported.

Health care recommendations