Russia
Risk / Health Info for Russia
The immunisations you need for Russian Federation are listed on this page.
- Altitude in Russia
- Parts of Russia are higher than 2,400m, and travellers planning to spend time at a high altitude should take steps to protect themselves against the potentially life-threatening acute mountain sickness. Your healthcare provider can help with this.
- Measles in Russia
- The Government of Canada has issued a travel health notice about measles in Russia. If you are travelling there and have not been immunized against measles, speak to a healthcare provider.
- Tick-borne encephalitis in Russia
- Tick-borne encephalitis can be contracted in the forested areas of Russia. If you will be in an affected area from late spring to early fall, whether for fun (camping, hiking or walking) or work (with forestry or agriculture), speak to your healthcare provider about vaccination and other measures you can take to avoid TBE and other tick-borne illnesses before travelling to the area.
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Recommended Vaccines for Russia
| Vaccine Name | Course |
|---|---|
| Hepatitis A | 2 Doses |
| Hepatitis A and B combined (adult) | 3 Doses |
| Hepatitis A and B combined (paediatric) | 2 Doses |
| Hepatitis A (paediatric) | 1 Dose |
| Hepatitis B | 3 Doses |
| Hepatitis B (paediatric) | 3 Doses |
| Rabies |
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About Russia
As the largest country in the world Russia covers a vast area across Europe and Asia and encompasses many diverse cultures. The landscape is dominated by vast plains, or steppes. Moscow is the capital of Russia and the bright domes of the Kremlin are world famous.
top Tips for travelling to Russia
St Petersburg offers art and a rich history; a January visit will give you the quintessential Russian winter experience. Or try in June for the ‘white nights’ when it never seems to get dark. Carry your passport and papers with you always as visitors are often hassled by officials. The Foreign and Commonwealth Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Russian Federation. Check current information before travelling.
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