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Peru
Altitude sickness in Cusco and Machu Picchu is the top concern.
Routine vaccines
- MMR
- Tdap
- Polio
- Influenza
Recommended vaccines
- Yellow Fever (jungle areas)
- Hepatitis A & B
- Typhoid
- Rabies (rural)
Disease risks & prevention
Altitude Sickness
Ascend gradually. Consider acetazolamide. Stay hydrated. Avoid alcohol first 48h.
Traveler's Diarrhea
Bottled water only. Careful with ceviche.
Malaria & Dengue (Amazon)
Prophylaxis and mosquito precautions.
Water
Bottled water throughout.
Food
Ceviche is safe at reputable restaurants only.
Insects
Required in Amazon regions.
General information only, pending clinical review. Not a substitute for professional medical advice — consult a travel medicine specialist before your trip.
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