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Vaccination against poliomyelitis and typhoid is occasionally advised.

Health care

Medical insurance is necessary, and both private and government health services are available.

Food and Drink

Mains water is generally chlorinated and, whilst relatively safe, may cause mild abdominal upsets. Bottled water is available and is advised for the 1st few weeks of the stay. Milk is pasteurised and dairy products are safe for consumption. Local meat, seafood, poultry, fruit and vegetables are usually considered safe to eat.

Other risks

Diarrhoeal diseases such as dysentery, giardiasis and typhoid fever are common. Hepatitis A occurs and hepatitis B is widespread in the region.

Cutaneous leishmaniasis is reported and Tick-borne relapsing fever may also occur.

Rabies is present, for those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, please seek medical advice immediately.