Health requirements
A very limited malaria risk exists in the southwest of the country from February to August. No indigenous cases have been reported in recent years.


Medical Services
 Medical facilities outside the main cities are limited. Full health insurance is recommended.


  Food & Drink
 Water is normally chlorinated, and whilst relatively safe may cause mild abdominal upsets. Bottled water is available and is advised for the first few weeks of the stay. Drinking water outside main cities and towns is likely to be contaminated and sterilisation is considered essential. Milk is unpasteurised and should be boiled. Powdered or tinned milk is available and is advised, but make sure that it is reconstituted with pure water. Avoid dairy products which are likely to have been made from unboiled milk.
Only eat well-cooked meat and fish, preferably served hot. Salad and mayonnaise may carry increased risk. Vegetables should be cooked and fruits peeled.