Malaria tablets are not advised for Egypt because malaria is not considered a risk there. Bite avoidance still matters. Dengue is reported in Egypt, and the mosquitoes that spread it tend to bite during the day, including in towns and built-up areas. Long sleeves, repellent and sensible accommodation choices are more useful than assuming mosquitoes are only an evening nuisance. Hepatitis A is commonly recommended for previously unvaccinated travellers because it spreads through contaminated food and water. Tetanus should be up to date, especially if you may be away from good medical facilities or doing activities where cuts and puncture wounds are plausible. Typhoid vaccination may be considered where food hygiene could be uncertain, particularly for longer stays, frequent travel or visits to family and friends. Rabies is present in Egypt. Dogs, cats and bats can be relevant, and children may not always mention a lick, scratch or bite. Pre-travel rabies vaccination is worth discussing for longer trips, cycling, running, animal work, remote travel or situations where urgent treatment may be hard to reach. Schistosomiasis is another Egypt-specific issue. Avoid swimming, wading or washing in untreated freshwater such as rivers, canals and lakes. Sea water and well-maintained chlorinated pools are different.