Vaccinations
| Special Precautions | |
|---|---|
| Diphtheria | Sometimes |
| Hepatitis A | Yes |
| Malaria | No |
| Rabies | Sometimes |
| Tetanus | Yes |
| Typhoid | Sometimes |
| Yellow Fever | No* |
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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.
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* A yellow fever certificate is required from travellers over six months of age arriving from an infected area.
Food and Drink
All mains water on the island is distilled from seawater and is therefore safe to drink. Bottled mineral water is widely 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 for tuberculosis and hepatitis B are sometimes recommended.
Health Care
There is a hospital in The Bottom plus the University School of Medicine. Medical insurance is essential.