The New York Center for Travel & Tropical Medicine

India: Chikungunya, Zika, and Hepatitis A Reports (August 2024)

More than 350 laboratory-confirmed cases of chikungunya, a significant increase over average incidence, have been reported since January 2024.

Approximately 73 laboratory-confirmed cases of Zika virus infection (including 32 cases in pregnant women) have been reported since June 2024.

More than 170 confirmed cases of hepatitis A per week are being reported in Kerala State, mainly in Kozhikode and Malappuram districts. Approximately 3,360 confirmed cases (including 32 deaths), a significant increase over average incidence, have been reported since January 2024 throughout Kerala State.

Immunizations are available against hepatitis A and chikungunya viruses and are highly recommended to travelers visiting risk areas within the country.

Traveling to India? We carry the chikungunya vaccine (Vimkunya, $395) and the hepatitis A vaccine ($135 per dose) at our Midtown East clinic, given during the same visit as your $95 pre-travel consultation. See all vaccines and prices.

Planning a trip? A pre-travel consultation covers the vaccines, medications, and current health alerts for your itinerary. Book online (opens in a new tab) or call (212) 734-3000.

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Leaving soon? It is never too late for a pre-travel consultation.

Book a pre-travel consultation online, or call and we will find a time that works. Vaccines are given during the same visit.