Planning a trip this summer? Know before you go.
Check for current road conditions and travel advisories before heading out.
- Drive BC – Find current information about highway conditions.
- TranBC – Find detailed information about highway travel disruptions during emergency situations like flooding or fire.
- BC Ferries travel advisories – Find current ferry advisories.
- Federal requirements for travel – Learn what’s required to board a flight or train in Canada.
Measles infections have happened in many places across Canada and North America. Measles vaccination is highly protective against the disease.
- Before you travel, check out what vaccines and medications are recommended and make sure everyone’s immunizations are up to date.
- Find a community pharmacy offering the vaccines here.
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Call to book an appointment at a Public Health Unit.
- Telephone booking is available Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- 604-702-4906 for residents of Mission, Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Agassiz and Hope.
- 604-476-7087 for all other areas in Fraser Health.
Protect yourself from rabies exposures when travelling:
- Be aware of the risk of rabies in areas where you travel.
- Keep away from sick or dead animals.
- Closely supervise children around animals.
- Don’t touch or feed unknown, stray or wild animals.
- If you travel to a place where there is increased risk of contact with potentially rabid animals, consider getting pre-exposure vaccination before travelling.
If an animal exposure occurs:
- Any bite, scratch, or contact with a bat should be taken seriously.
- Wash the area immediately with soap and water and seek medical advice right away.