What food borne illnesses are in Costa Rica?

Tropical Illnesses — Your chance of contracting any serious tropical disease in Costa Rica is slim, especially if you stick to the beaches or traditional spots for visitors. However, malaria, dengue fever, leptospirosis, and Zika all exist in Costa Rica, so it's a good idea to know what they are.



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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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Warning signs of severe dengue
  • Belly pain, tenderness.
  • Vomiting (at least 3 times in 24 hours)
  • Bleeding from the nose or gums.
  • Vomiting blood, or blood in the stool.
  • Feeling tired, restless, or irritable.


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Is it safe to eat the local produce? The fruits and vegetables in Costa Rica are safe to eat. However, if you are susceptible to upset stomachs when traveling abroad make sure that you only eat peeled fruit and well-cooked foods.

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