Canada
Canada covers 40% of the North American continent and occupies almost 10 million sq. km. It is the second largest country in the world. The interior lowlands, around Hudson Bay, make up 80% of Canada's total surface area. In the west, the Canadian Cordillera (the ‘Rockies’) dominates.
The climate is characterised by long, severe winters, ranging from polar and sub-polar conditions in the north to cool temperate conditions in the south, with variations between the coastal regions and the interior. The highest winter temperatures occur on the Pacific coast. In the drier arctic latitudes, summer temperatures frequently fail to rise above freezing point, and winter temperatures can fall to -36°C. The warmest months are July and August.
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Pre-travel Preparation Will Help Protect Your Health While You Are Away
Pre-travel preparation will help keep you safe and healthy while you are away. Please consult the Travel Doctor-TMVC before you travel overseas. We will provide specific recommendations tailored to your itinerary. Our doctors will assess and advise you on your risks, and recommend appropriate vaccination and medication to minimise your risk of becoming seriously unwell on your trip.
Common Medical Conditions
It is recommended to carry a traveller’s medical kit for the self-treatment of common traveller’s ailments such as respiratory or gastric infections.
Cold Climates
Cold temperatures are not something to be trifled with; it is critical that you are dressed appropriately and know the warning signs for frostbite and hypothermia.
Vaccination Recommendations/Requirements
Before you travel, make sure that you are up to date on all routine vaccines recommended for you based on your age and underlying risk profile.
These include:
- Chickenpox (Varicella): either previous disease or vaccination
- Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
- Flu (Influenza)
- Hepatitis B
- Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR): travellers born during or after 1966 are recommended to have received two vaccinations previously
- Meningococcal ACWY
- Polio: per childhood schedule
- SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19)
Additional vaccines may be required or recommended for this destination. This will vary depending on your medical history, prior immunisations, length of travel, season of travel, itinerary and other relevant factors.
Health Risks
The following diseases are known to occur in the area:
Disclaimer: The following information is intended as a guide only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.
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