Bilharzia

Please note that Bilharzia is present in Lake Malawi and the rivers of Mozambique and eastern South Africa. If you get wet remember to towel off as soon as possible. Symptoms of Bilharzia include:

• Local irritation at the site of entry or itchy rash
• General lethargy and weight loss, and sometimes an asthma-like cough
• Fever / Blood in urine or bowel action

Please consult your doctor immediately should you experience any of these symptoms and make him/her aware of the fact that you have been in a Bilharzia area. Simple diagnostic tests can be performed and, if positive, treatment with medication has a good success rate.

It is also recommended that immunization against Polio and Typhoid be obtained; please consult your local doctor for advice.

Malaria

Malaria is the most common serious ailment affecting both residents and visitors to many parts of Africa. Seek professional medical advice as to if you need them and which anti-malarial tablets are most suitable for you. The tablets will probably offer good protection but you must also remember to use a good mosquito spray to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.

Dome tents and lodges have mosquito nets and it is not generally necessary to bring a separate mosquito net unless you plan to sleep outside ‘under the stars’ (in which case you are recommended to bring one).