typhoid in Colombo?

4POSTS

12 years ago

dear all, i will be traveling with my kid through sri lanka next week and will stay a few days in Colombo. Is it a lot of typhoid cases in the capital lately?
the reason i'm so worried about it is because i got typhoid few months ago in Bali and dont want it to happen to my kid.
we will stay in a hotel in Colombo so will be eating out mostly - is it safe to dine in restaurants? many thanks in advance!
Lana

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sammoon Active member

31POSTS

12 years ago

As far as I know there is no typhoid here but there is a vaccine if you want to be sure.

lanabyko New member

4POSTS

12 years ago

thank you!

Farhaz ViP

2081POSTS

12 years ago

I also do not think there is typhoid in Colombo.

There is dengue, though. Best precaution is to ensure you and your kids are safe from mosquitoes. Use some good mosquito repellents. You can also rub some local camphorated balms (eg., Siddhalepa). The strong smell keeps mosquitoes away.

As with any other part of the world use your intution to decide if a place is safe or not. It is generally safe to eat out in Colombo.

Have a great and enjoyable stay.

Maximilien ViP

12633POSTS

12 years ago

Hi Farhaz,

Thank you for your contribution

Maximilien
Expat-blog Team

lanabyko New member

4POSTS

12 years ago

many thanks to all!

Farhaz ViP

2081POSTS

12 years ago

Not to mention at all, Maximilien and Lanabyko. Please do let us know if you have more questions.

Manju New member

5POSTS

12 years ago

Hi, There are no known typhoid cases in Colombo for last few years. Food is quite safe in reputed restaurants and hotels. However my advise is to use bottled water for drinking purposes. Wish you a pleasant stay in Colombo.