Colombo, Feb 11 (NIA) – The Sri Lankan Health Ministry, on Saturday said it was mandatory for all pilgrims travelling on Hajj this year to be vaccinated against brain fever.
Director General of Medical Services Dr. Jayasundara Bandara said, those who were not vaccinated would not be granted visas.
Additionally, he added that Sri Lankans travelling to Brazil and certain African countries, must also be vaccinated for yellow fever.
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