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Cook Islands health care and vaccinations

Vaccination identifier Special precautions
Diphtheria

Sometimes
Hepatitis A

Yes
Malaria

No
Rabies

No
Tetanus

Yes
Typhoid

Yes
Yellow Fever

No

Comprehensive travel insurance is recommended. There is one government hospital (on Rarotonga).

Food and drink: 

Tap water is relatively safe but may cause mild abdominal upsets. Bottled water is available and is advised for the first few weeks of the stay.

Other risks: 

Vaccination against hepatitis B and tuberculosis is sometimes advised. There is no defence against dengue fever other than avoiding being bitten by mosquitoes.

Recommended Sites:

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