What vaccines do I need to travel to Malaysia?

Before traveling to Malaysia, please ensure you're up to date on routine vaccinations, including measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, varicella (chickenpox), polio, and influenza.

Additionally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) recommend certain vaccinations specific to Malaysia. 

• All eligible travelers should be vaccinated with at least two doses of COVID-19 vaccination.
• Within the last five years, there has been evidence of chikungunya virus spread in Malaysia. It may be worth considering a chikungunya immunization for travelers 65 years of age or older, especially those with underlying medical issues, who may spend a cumulative minimum of two weeks in Malaysia in indoor or outdoor mosquito-infested locations.
• Hepatitis A and typhoid vaccines are generally recommended for most travelers to Malaysia due to the risk of contaminated food and water. Hepatitis B vaccination is also recommended, especially if you might have intimate contact with locals or require medical treatment during your stay. Japanese encephalitis vaccine may be recommended if you plan to spend a significant amount of time in rural areas, especially during the rainy season. 
• Rabies vaccination might be necessary if you plan to engage in outdoor activities or animal-related work. 
• Depending on your travel plans, you might need to consider vaccinations against diseases like cholera and yellow fever, although yellow fever vaccination is generally only required if you're arriving from a country where yellow fever transmission is recorded.

Generally, before you travel to Malaysia, you should consult with a travel medicine specialist to determine the specific vaccinations you need based on your health, itinerary, and individual risk factors.