More information about malarious destinations

South America

Malaria is present in South America, though in many countries it is restricted to specific areas / regions. The south of the continent is generally malaria free. For up to date and accurate advice visit a health care professional before your travel. For more information on malaria risk in specific countries go to www.fitfortravel.scot.nhs.uk

Africa

Malaria is widespread throughout the majority of Africa. The most deadly form of malaria, falciprium, is also the most common and certain antimalarial medications may not be very effective. Always get up to date, expert advice from a health care professional before travelling to any potential malaria destination. For more information on malaria risk in specific countries go to www.fitfortravel.scot.nhs.uk

South East Asia

Malaria is present in a number of countries throughout South East Asia, though in some countries it is restricted to specific areas / regions. Always get up to date, expert advice from a health care professional before travelling to any potential malaria destination. For more information on malaria risk in specific countries go to www.fitfortravel.scot.nhs.uk

Far East Asia

There is malaria risk in China, though not normally in densely populated urban centres. There is also some risk in the northern rural parts of South Korea. Always get up to date, expert advice from a health care professional before travelling to any potential malaria destination. For more information on malaria risk in specific countries go to www.fitfortravel.scot.nhs.uk

North America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe and Australasia

Malaria does not generally occur in North America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe or Australasia. For more information on malaria risk in specific countries and general travel health go to www.fitfortravel.scot.nhs.uk

Important: Planning your travel

If possible, it is important to plan your travel in advance and share your detailed travel plans with your health care professional.

Just because your ultimate destination may be malaria free, your journey to or from it may take you through an infected area.

www.fitfortravel.scot.nhs.uk is a specialist travel site operated by NHS Scotland which may help in giving background information.