Cuba Health

Vaccinations

  Special Precautions
Diphtheria Sometimes*
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.

* Potentially required if travelling extensively throughout Cuba.

Food and Drink

Mains water may cause mild abdominal upsets. Stick to bottled water if possible. Milk is pasteurised and dairy products (with the exception of some cheap ice creams) are safe for consumption. Local meat, poultry, seafoods and fruit are generally considered safe to eat.

Other Risks

Dengue fever may occur as well as outbreaks of dengue haemorrhagic fever and meningitis, particularly in urban areas such as Havana. Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination should be considered. If bitten, seek medical advice without delay.

Health Care

Obtain adequate health insurance before travelling. Prior to treatment, visitors may need to show proof of ability to pay, though some emergency services are provided free of charge. Standards of care and training are excellent, but equipment and drugs are often in short supply.
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