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Do i need to take malaria medication if i'll be traveling to swaziland?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Malaria in Swaziland: "Malaria in Swaziland: prophylaxis is recommended for the eastern areas bordering Mozambique and South Africa, including all of Lubombo district and the eastern half of Hhohho and Shiselweni districts. The highest risk is around the villages/towns of Big Bend, Mhlume, Simunye, and Tshaneni. " See: http://www.mdtravelhealth.com/destinations/africa/swaziland.php

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Answered 5/14/2015

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