Malaria and dengue fever occur in Haiti and travellers are
recommended to take the necessary prophylactics. A yellow fever
vaccination certificate is required for those arriving from an
infected country in Africa or the Americas, and hepatitis and
typhoid vaccinations are also recommended. Medical facilities in
Port-au-Prince are of poor quality, and virtually non-existent
elsewhere, so medical insurance with evacuation cover is essential,
and it is advisable to bring all required medications from home.
Visitors should only drink boiled or bottled water and ice should
be avoided. It is recommended to avoid buying food or drink from
street vendors.
View information on diseases: Malaria,
Hepatitis B,
Hepatitis A,
Dengue Fever