Main health risks for Morocco

Diseases transmitted by insects or animals

There are sporadic cases of malaria in the country, in the Kourigba province (benign form P. Vivax). Transmission occurs mainly between May and November. It is not necessary to take a prophylactic treatment, but cover yourself to avoid mosquito bites.

There is a risk of leishmaniasis due to the presence of sandflies; protect yourself to avoid their bites. Leishmaniasis has two distinct forms: the cutaneous form causes skin sores while visceral leishmaniasis affects internal organs.

Beware of scorpions.

There are cases of animal rabies in the country.

Diseases transmitted by food, water or through the environment

Diarrheic diseases are very frequent among travelers who do not take precautions.

Protect yourself from sun and heat to avoid burns and sunstrokes.

The risk of bilharziosis exists in the Anti-Atlas and High-Atlas, coastal areas, oases and irrigated regions. Due to the risk of parasitic infestations, travelers are advised not to bathe in fresh waters (lake, rivers) and should not walk bare-foot.

Diseases transmitted by contact with infected people

The number of AIDS cases, although lower than in other countries of the continent, is rapidly increasing, notably in big cities and touristic places, particularly Agadir.

Tuberculosis is frequent in the country.