Risk / Health Info for Mayotte

What inoculations should I get for Mayotte

Your regular shots should be up to date if you plan to visit Mayotte. The hepatitis A and typhoidshots are recommended, as they can be contracted through food or water. Reduce the risk of “travellers’ diarrhea” by using only commercially bottled water for drinking and ice cubes. Don’t eat food that you have not peeled yourself or that has not been cooked or boiled.

A tetanus booster is recommended for some travellers to Mayotte – ask your adviser if you think you need this.

Should I get vaccinated against hepatitis B before going to Mayotte?

Regular travellers and long-stay visitors should consider getting vaccinated against hepatitis B, which is spread by contact with contaminated blood or body products. Other groups at risk include children and healthcare workers. If you think you are at elevated risk of exposure to hep B, tell your Canadian Travel Clinics adviser.

Can I get medical care in Mayotte?

It is important to have good travel insurance when you go to Mayotte as repatriation may be necessary if you need medical treatment. Your provincial or territorial health insurance will not cover you when you leave Canada, so get travel insurance before you go.

The emergency number in Mayotte is 15.

Protect your health in Mayotte

It is possible to contract several mosquito-borne illnesses in Mayotte including dengue fever and malaria so you should practice mosquito avoidance. Some good tips include:

• choose clothing with good limb coverage
• treat cuffs with a reliable insect repellent
• sleep under nets wherever possible.

Dengue fever in Mayotte

There have been cases of the mosquito-borne virus dengue fever in Mayotte. Dengue fever is also known as breakbone fever because of the severe bone, joint and muscular pains it causes, in addition to flu-like fever and headache. There is no vaccine for dengue fever. Avoid mosquito bites by using insect repellents (50% DEET) and by wearing protective clothing. Sleeping with mosquito nets is also recommended.

Malaria in Mayotte

Malaria prophylaxis will be required for some parts of Mayotte at certain times of year. There is no malaria vaccine, but there are anti-malaria drugs that should be taken before, during and after travelling to certain at-risk countries. Speak with your healthcare provider six weeks before your trip, as not all prophylaxis regimes are appropriate for all regions and all individuals.