Information on diseases

When you go abroad, you may be visiting countries where conditions are very different from what you’re used to in Quebec or Canada. These can involve real dangers to your health and safety.

Preventive measures against these risks can be very effective, including vaccination, careful attention to the safety regulations and the use of quality protective products such as sun blocks, mosquito netting or water purification. These can help you avoid some of the worst risks.

Remember, you deserve feel secure when you travel. Which is why our experts at the Clinique Santé-voyage de la Fondation du CHUM have prepared a list of the most common diseases you might contract if you’re travelling. To learn more, come and visit our experts before your next trip abroad. It’s your passport to peace of mind.

Zones

Central Africa

North and South Africa

Central America

South America

North America

Europe

Russia

Scandinavian Countries

The Caribbean and the Antilles

Asia

Middle East

Oceana

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