What diseases do you have to worry about in Costa Rica?

Below you can view the diseases which are prevalent in this country and those that you should seek vaccinations against.
  • Chikungunya. This nasty little virus infects its victims through mosquito bites.
  • Dengue Fever. ...
  • Hepatitis A. ...
  • Hepatitis B. ...
  • Malaria. ...
  • Rabies. ...
  • Travellers' Diarrhoea. ...
  • Tuberculosis.




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Below you can view the diseases which are prevalent in this country and those that you should seek vaccinations against.
  • Malaria. ...
  • Rabies. ...
  • Travellers' Diarrhoea. ...
  • Tuberculosis. ...
  • Typhoid. ...
  • Whooping Cough. ...
  • Zika. ...
  • Pneumococcal Disease.


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Deforestation is a major threat to biodiversity and ecosystems in Costa Rica.

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Tap water in Costa Rica is generally clean and safe to drink. In some areas of the country, though, mainly on the Caribbean side and in non-touristy pockets around the country, it's best to stick to bottled water.

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Event. Health officials in Costa Rica reported elevated malaria activity in Limon Province during 2023, with 115 cases reported April 2-15, compared to 13 cases reported in the province in 2006. Pococi Canton reports the highest number of cases (60 cases), followed by Limon (51 cases).

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