In general, Namibia’s Skeleton Coast National Park is thought to be malaria-free. There is little to no risk of malaria on Namibia’s Skeleton Coast, but it is prevalent elsewhere, especially in the north and northeast during the November–June rainy season.
Malaria is not thought to be a major concern along the Skeleton Coast. The northern and northeastern parts of Namibia, especially the vicinity of Etosha National Park and the Zambezi Region (previously the Caprivi Strip), are the main places where malaria is a problem. The rainy season, which usually lasts from November to June, is when malaria is most likely to occur.
Although it is not required for the Skeleton Coast, you should speak with your physician or a travel clinic about the proper malaria treatment if you intend to visit other malaria-risk regions of Namibia.
Wearing protective clothing and applying insect repellent are good strategies to prevent mosquito bites, especially at dark and dawn, even in places where malaria is not a problem.
Other Health risks
Cholera is contracted by consuming tainted food and drink. If travelers take simple precautions with food and drink and practice excellent cleanliness, they are unlikely to get cholera. Areas with extremely inadequate sanitation and a shortage of clean drinking water are at greater risk during floods and after natural catastrophes.
Through respiratory droplets, diphtheria is transmitted from person to person. Mixing with residents who live in substandard, crowded housing increases the risk.
Hepatitis A can spread through eating or drinking infected food or beverages, coming into contact with infected feces, or touching infected objects or persons and then contacting your mouth.
Hepatitis B is contracted by coming into contact with contaminated blood or body fluids. occurs as a result of intercourse or contact with tainted medical equipment and needles (e.g., sharing intravenous needles, tattooing, body piercings, dental/medical procedures). During childbirth, mothers who have the virus can potentially infect their unborn child.