Laos - International Measures to Stop the Spread of Poliovirus Update

15 Jan 2019

It is more than three years since circulation of polio in Laos. Therefore polio vaccination is no longer recommended for travellers visiting this country.

Advice for Travellers

Polio is spread mainly through person to person contact via the faecal-oral route. Particularly in areas where sanitation is poor. Travellers should take strict precautions with food, water and personal hygiene.

Further information can be found on the Poliomyelitis page.