Panama

North AmericaModerate risk

Panama City and the Canal Zone are low risk. Malaria present in Darien Gap and eastern indigenous regions. Dengue nationwide.

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Vaccines for Panama

Recommended

Hepatitis A

2 weeks before travel

Recommended

Typhoid

2 weeks before travel

Recommended

Rabies

4 weeks before travel

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🦟 Malaria Risk

Risk level: regional

Other health risks

DengueMalaria (Darien and San Blas regions)

Common questions about travel health in Panama

Yes. Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Rabies are recommended for most travellers.

Health overview: Panama

Panama City and the Canal Zone are low risk. Malaria present in Darien Gap and eastern indigenous regions. Dengue nationwide.

Last reviewed: 6/26/2026 · Sources: CDC · WHO · NaTHNaC

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