Commonly recommended vaccines
These are general recommendations. Your pharmacist will advise based on your specific itinerary and medical history.
For full guidance including malaria risk areas and health alerts, visit TravelHealthPro.
Health risks in Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic draws millions of visitors each year to its turquoise beaches and all-inclusive resorts. While popular resort areas feel safe and comfortable, there are real health risks to consider before you travel. Hepatitis A, typhoid and mosquito bite protection are all important. Malaria is present in specific provinces including the resort area of La Altagracia (Punta Cana), and cases rose significantly in 2024. Medway Pharmacy Travel Clinic in Gillingham, Kent offers same-day travel consultations, open 7 days a week until 10pm. We can advise on and prescribe antimalarial tablets on the same day — no GP referral needed.
- Malaria — present in several provinces including La Altagracia (Punta Cana), Azua, San Juan, Santo Domingo and provinces bordering Haiti; cases rose significantly in 2024
- Hepatitis A — food and waterborne illness risk across the island; vaccination recommended for all travellers
- Typhoid — present throughout the Dominican Republic; vaccination advised, particularly for those eating outside all-inclusive resort settings
- Dengue fever — active year-round; daytime mosquito bite prevention is essential throughout the country
- Zika virus — present in the Dominican Republic; pregnant women or those planning pregnancy should seek advice before travel
Do I need malaria tablets for Dominican Republic?
Malaria occurs in specific provinces of the Dominican Republic, including the resort province of La Altagracia (Punta Cana), Azua, San Juan, Santo Domingo and areas bordering Haiti. All malaria in the DR is Plasmodium falciparum, which remains sensitive to standard antimalarials including chloroquine. Reported cases rose sharply in 2024 with local outbreaks in Azua and San Juan. There is no malaria risk in the cities of Santiago or central Santo Domingo, or in the majority of other provinces.
Malaria risk varies significantly by region within Dominican Republic. A pharmacist assessment is essential before travel.
Typically recommended: Antimalarial tablets are not automatically required for all visitors but are recommended for travellers going to provinces with documented transmission — including Punta Cana. Suitable options include atovaquone/proguanil, chloroquine, doxycycline or mefloquine. Medway Pharmacy can prescribe and dispense tablets the same day at £2.50 per tablet. Our travel health team will advise based on your specific itinerary.
Our pharmacists at Medway Pharmacy, 465 Canterbury Street, Gillingham, Kent ME7 5LJ provide personalised travel health advice for Dominican Republic and all destinations. We serve Gillingham, Chatham, Rochester, Strood, Rainham, and the wider Kent area. Open 7 days a week, 7:30am–10pm — same-day appointments available, no GP referral needed.
Frequently asked questions about travel to Dominican Republic
Where can I get travel vaccinations for the Dominican Republic in Kent?
Medway Pharmacy Travel Clinic at 465 Canterbury Street, Gillingham, ME7 5LJ offers same-day Dominican Republic travel health appointments. We are open 7 days a week, 7:30am–10pm, with no GP referral required.
How much do travel vaccinations for the Dominican Republic cost?
At Medway Pharmacy, Hepatitis A is £55 and Typhoid is £55. Malaria tablets are £2.50 per tablet — a typical course for a one-week trip costs around £22.50. We are open until 10pm every day so you can sort travel health without taking time off work.
Do I need malaria tablets for the Dominican Republic and can I get them the same day?
It depends on where you are staying. Malaria is present in several provinces including La Altagracia (where Punta Cana is located), Azua, San Juan and areas near the Haitian border. Cases rose significantly in 2024. Our travel health team at Medway Pharmacy will assess your exact itinerary and can prescribe and dispense antimalarial tablets the same day if appropriate. No GP referral is needed. Tablets are £2.50 per tablet.
Is there a yellow fever requirement for the Dominican Republic?
No. Yellow fever is not present in the Dominican Republic and there is no vaccination requirement for UK travellers. The main recommended vaccinations are Hepatitis A and Typhoid, with malaria tablets advised depending on your itinerary.
How quickly can I get vaccinated before my trip to the Dominican Republic?
Medway Pharmacy is open from 7:30am to 10pm, seven days a week — around 100 hours per week, more than any other travel clinic in Kent. We offer same-day walk-in appointments. Even if you are travelling soon, come in and we can get you protected promptly.
Is Punta Cana safe from malaria if I stay in an all-inclusive resort?
Punta Cana is in La Altagracia province, which has documented malaria transmission. While air conditioning and screened windows in all-inclusive resorts reduce mosquito exposure, this does not eliminate risk — and cases increased notably in 2024. Our travel health advisors at Medway Pharmacy can assess your accommodation and activities and advise whether antimalarial tablets are appropriate for your trip.
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