Despite Brazil being an increasingly popular destination for New Zealanders, it presents some unique health risks to travellers, including food and water safety, and climate conditions. Travellers may also consider getting travel-specific vaccines for diseases transmitted by food and water including Hepatitis A and Typhoid. AGA recommends that travellers consult with a travel health expert before deciding whether to take anti-malarial drugs as the medicine may have side effects. Avoid tap water and ice cubes and stick to drinking bottled water - Brazil is still a developing country and some areas may lack proper sanitation. Vaccines that travellers should discuss with their health care professional include:• Hepatitis A - Spread through contaminated food or water, Hepatitis A is a common travel illness.

Source: New Zealand Herald July 04, 2016 19:04 UTC