Vaccination before the trip to the Dominican Republic

Recommended vaccinations

Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis

Polio

Measles, mumps, rubella

Hepatitus A

Hepatitis B

Cholera / ETEC

Recommendation for longer stays in the country

Typhoid

Rabies

Recommended for children who cannot report bites, people who have to work with animals, expose themselves to risk or when adequate medical care cannot be guaranteed.

Mandatory vaccines

Yellow fever

Only if you arrive within 6 days (ie stay, transit> 12h) from areas with yellow-fever transmission.

Other recommendations

Malaria
In some areas of the Dominican Republic, prophylaxis with malaria tablets may be recommended.

Mosquito protection

There is a risk of mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue fever and Zika. Protect yourself from mosquito bites.

Rabies

There is a risk of rabies. Do not contact mammals and seek immediate medical attention if you are bitten.

Sources:
Sweden Abroad
CDC
Foreign Travel Advice