What health advice for traveling to Canada?
To travel to Canada, purchase mandatory medical insurance covering medical expenses and repatriation. Update your routine vaccines (DTP, MMR) and consider hepatitis A and B. Protect yourself from insects with DEET repellents and protective clothing.
Essential Medical Insurance
Medical insurance is mandatory in Canada. It must cover medical expenses and repatriation, as the Canadian healthcare system is high quality but very expensive for non-residents. Consultations and hospitalizations can reach several thousand dollars.
Recommended Vaccinations
No vaccination is required to enter Canada. However:
- Routine vaccines up to date : DTP (diphtheria-tetanus-poliomyelitis), MMR (measles-mumps-rubella), poliomyelitis
- Hepatitis A and B : recommended depending on your itinerary and length of stay
Protection Against Insects
Canada is home to insects that carry diseases such as Lyme disease:
- Effective repellents : DEET or Icaridin on exposed skin
- Covering clothing : long sleeves and long pants, especially in forests
- Mosquito nets : depending on the region and season visited
First Aid Kit
Prepare a complete kit with your prescriptions translated into English and French, painkillers, bandages and your usual personal medications.