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Curaçao Health Care and Vaccinations

Title Special precautions
Diphtheria

Sometimes
Hepatitis A

Yes
Malaria

No
Rabies

Sometimes
Tetanus

Yes
Typhoid

Sometimes
Yellow Fever

No*

* A yellow fever certificate is required from travellers over six months of age coming from infected areas.

There are three hospitals on Curaçao as well as some medical centres. The largest, St Elizabeth, is well equipped. Health insurance is recommended.

Food and drink: 

Mains water on the island is distilled from sea water and is safe to drink. Bottled mineral water is widely available. Milk is pasteurised and dairy products are safe for consumption. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables are generally considered safe to eat.

Other risks: 

Hepatitis B occurs and immunisation is sometimes recommended. Dengue fever may occur. There are potential risks from sea urchins, jellyfish and coral whilst swimming.

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