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Pacific Islands Of Micronesia
Health
Health
Pacific Islands Of Micronesia
Vaccinations
Special Precautions
Diphtheria
Yes
Hepatitis A
Yes
Malaria
No
Rabies
Sometimes
Tetanus
Yes
Typhoid
Sometimes
Yellow Fever
No
Inoculation regulations can change at short notice. Please take medical advice in the case of doubt. Where 'Sometimes' appears in the table above, precautions may be
required, depending on the season and region visited.
Food and Drink
Mains water is normally chlorinated, and whilst relatively safe may cause mild abdominal upsets. Drinking water outside main towns may be contaminated and sterilisation is advisable. Bottled water is available. Milk is pasteurised and dairy products are safe for consumption. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables are generally considered safe to eat.
Other Risks
Vaccinations against tuberculosis and hepatitis B are sometimes recommended.
Health Care
Health insurance is recommended. There are various hospitals in the region.
Vaccinations
| Special Precautions | |
|---|---|
| Diphtheria | Yes |
| Hepatitis A | Yes |
| Malaria | No |
| Rabies | Sometimes |
| Tetanus | Yes |
| Typhoid | Sometimes |
| Yellow Fever | No |
|
Inoculation regulations can change at short notice. Please take medical advice in the case of doubt. Where 'Sometimes' appears in the table above, precautions may be
required, depending on the season and region visited.
|
Food and Drink
Mains water is normally chlorinated, and whilst relatively safe may cause mild abdominal upsets. Drinking water outside main towns may be contaminated and sterilisation is advisable. Bottled water is available. Milk is pasteurised and dairy products are safe for consumption. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables are generally considered safe to eat.
Other Risks
Vaccinations against tuberculosis and hepatitis B are sometimes recommended.
Health Care
Health insurance is recommended. There are various hospitals in the region.
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