2026 Regional Travel Health Guide
Updated March 2026
The Guide
Use this guide for professional clinical insights to help you navigate vaccine requirements and medication needs for your upcoming international trip.
Reminder: Most travel vaccines require a minimum of 2 weeks to become effective. Plan your protection early.
This chart provides a high-level look at CDC recommendations for major global regions.
Please note that one rare vaccine missing from the chart is TicoVac. It applies to Europe and parts of Asia and is to prevent tick borne encephalitis (TBE). This is especially important if your trip includes outdoor activities like hiking, camping, etc. See more from the CDC here.
Expert Care for Washington Travelers
While a chart is a great starting point, individual health history and specific itineraries change your requirements. I provide custom telehealth consultations exclusively for Washington residents.
Trip-Specific Recommendations: Focused on your fitness goals and Peru itinerary.
Seamless Pharmacy Logistics: I send your altitude and travel prescriptions directly to your preferred Washington pharmacy—Costco, Katterman’s, or your local neighborhood spot—immediately following our call.
Lisa Garza, PharmD
Lisa Garza, PharmD, is a licensed Doctor of Pharmacy, a faculty member at the University of Washington School of Pharmacy, and an avid traveler who understands that the best adventures shouldn’t be sidelined by health scares. As the founder of Odyssey Travel Health, she helps Washingtonians discern exactly which vaccines and antimalarials are necessary for their specific route. Whether she’s optimizing altitude performance for the Inca Trail or preparing travelers to proactively manage gut health, she provides the evidence-based clarity needed to explore the world with total confidence.
MEDICAL DISCLAIMER
Although I am a healthcare provider, I am not YOUR healthcare provider. All content on this website is for informational and educational purposes only, does not constitute medical advice and does not establish any kind of patient-client relationship by your use of this website. Always seek personalized advice from a qualified healthcare provider before making any health or medical decisions.