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|
Special Precautions |
Certificate
Required? |
|
Yellow Fever |
No |
1 |
|
Cholera |
Yes |
2 |
|
Typhoid and
Polio |
3 |
N/A |
|
Malaria |
4 |
N/A |
1: A yellow
fever vaccination certificate is advisable for travellers coming from
infected areas. The countries and areas included in the yellow fever
endemic zones are considered by East Timor as infected areas. For a
map of yellow fever endemic zones, see the Health appendix.
2: Following WHO
guidelines issued in 1973, a cholera vaccination certificate is no
longer a condition of entry to East Timor. However, cholera is a
serious risk in this country and precautions are essential. Up-to-date
advice should be sought before deciding whether these precautions
should include vaccination as medical opinion is divided over its
effectiveness. See the Health appendix.
3: Poliomyelitis
is endemic. Typhoid occurs frequently.
4: Malaria risk
exists throughout the year.
Other risks:
Dengue fever and Japanese encephalitis occur. Tuberculosis and
hepatitis A are prevalent and rabies may also be present.
Food & drink :
All water should be regarded as a potential
health risk. Water used for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice
should have first been boiled or otherwise sterilised. 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 that 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 fruit peeled.
Health care :
Medical services in East Timor
are extemely limited. There are currently no optical or dental
services. It is essential to take out comprehensive medical and travel
insurance which includes emergency repatriation cover. |
