02/18/2026
Travelling to South Asia, Africa, or Latin America? Read This First.
Typhoid fever is a serious bacterial infection spread through contaminated food and water. While rare in Canada, it remains common in many parts of the world.
๐ Higher-risk regions include:
โข South Asia (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan)
โข Parts of Africa
โข The Middle East
โข Latin America
โข Some Caribbean regions
Even luxury resorts and large cities are not completely risk-free. If you're travelling to visit family, explore street food, or stay in rural areas, your risk may be higher.
๐ The typhoid vaccine can help protect you before departure.
Before you travel, make sure you understand your risk and your options.
๐ Learn more:
Protect yourself from typhoid fever with injectable (Typh-I) or oral (Typh-O) vaccines. Book your travel vaccine consultation at Whole Health Pharmacy Travel Clinic in Edmonton. Safe, convenient, and expert care.