Guatemala Travel Health Advice
There are a number of health risks associated with travel to
Guatemala and travellers are advised to take the latest medical
advice at least three weeks prior to departure. Malaria is
prevalent in the low-lying areas outside Guatemala City. Dengue
fever is endemic and the Zika virus can be contracted, so strict
insect-bite protection measures must be taken. A yellow fever
certificate is required from travellers entering the country from
infected areas. Hepatitis A and B, and typhoid vaccinations are
recommended, as well as an MMR (Measles, mumps and rubella)
update.
Visitors should be careful what they eat and stick to bottled
water, or boil all water before drinking if bottled water is
unavailable. Guatemalan hospitals are unlikely to give medical
treatment unless the patient has medical insurance or can pay up
front. Good travel insurance is therefore essential. State-funded
hospitals are best avoided and travellers should only use private
clinics where possible. All medication should be accompanied with a
signed and dated letter from a doctor explaining what the
medication is and why it is needed.
View information on diseases:Dengue Fever, Hepatitis A, Malaria, Typhoid fever
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