U.S. Embassy, Luanda
Health Alert
March 11, 2022
Location: Country wide
Event: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 1 Travel Health Notice for Measles in Africa.
Actions to Take:
o All travelers to Africa, including infants and pre-school aged children, should be fully vaccinated against measles, according to CDC immunization schedules.
o If you are not sure if you or your travel companions are fully protected against measles, schedule an appointment to see your healthcare provider at least one month before traveling so that you have enough time to get vaccinated.
o Some people should not get a measles-containing vaccine or should wait. If you don’t think you can safely receive a measles-containing vaccine, talk to your doctor and consider making alternative travel plans.
o Visit the CDC Travelers’ Health Page for travelers to Angola to learn more.
Assistance:
- U.S. Embassy Luanda, Angola
- (244) 222-641-000, (244) 222-445-481, 222-445-727, or 222-446-096.
- (244) 923-404-209 and (244) 923- 640-154 (after hours)
- ConsularLuanda@state.gov
- State Department – Consular Affairs 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
- Angola Country Information
- Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security updates.
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