Health risks

Grenada is a developing Caribbean island nation. The capital is St. George's. Tourism facilities vary, according to price and area.

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CRIME INFORMATION: Street crime occurs occasionally in Grenada. Tourists have been victims of armed robbery in isolated areas, and thieves frequently steal U.S. passports, alien registration cards, and money. Muggings, purse-snatchings and other robberies may occur in areas near hotels, beaches and restaurants, particularly after dark. Visitors should exercise appropriate caution when walking after dark, or rely on taxis.

MEDICAL FACILITIES: Medical care is limited. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health services. Pharmacies are well stocked, and prescription medicine is available, but travellers are advised to bring with them sufficient prescription medicine for their length of stay.

Arthropod borne diseases:

Dengue Fever

We recommend:

Usage of long-sleeved shirt and long pants to wear whenever possible while outside, to prevent illnesses carried by insects
Usage of insect repellent containing DEET (diethylmethyltoluamide), in 30%–35% strength for adults and 6%–10% for children. Unless you are staying in air-conditioned or well-screened housing
Usage of a bed net impregnated with the insecticide permethrin.
Staying and sleeping in air-conditioned houses

Water- or food borne diseases:

Travellers Diarrhoae
Hepatitis A
ETEC (ecoli)

Other diseases:

Hepatitis B

Vaccination recommendation:

Yellow fever - when entering from a yellow fever endemic region
Hepatitis A or Immune Globulin
Hepatitis B or Immune Globulin
Typhoid fever - vaccination is particularly important because of the presence of S. typhi strains resistant to multiple antibiotics in this region.
Rabies - if risk for contact with wild or domestic animals
A booster for tetanus/diphtheria - if not covered which indicates not vaccinated within the last 10 years.

Stay healthy:

Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water.
Drink only water from cans or boiled water
Avoid using ice or drinking untreated water
Wash and/or peel all raw vegetables and fruits before eating.
Use uncontaminated water to wash all food that is to be eaten raw.
Avoid eating uncooked foods - Remember: boil it, cook it, peel it, or forget it;
Avoid swimming in fresh water
Traffic accidents are the most common cause of injuries so be careful
Avoid travelling at night and use safety belts when available
To prevent fungal and parasitic infections, keep feet clean and dry, and do not go barefoot.
Use latex condoms for protection against sexually transmitted diseases

Compulsory vaccinations: yellow fever certificate if arriving from infected areas. Exempt infants under 1 year.

Recommended immunisations: *diphtheria, hepatitis A, *hepatitis B, *polio, *TB, tetanus, *typhoid * recommended in some circumstances, travellers making 3 or more visits per year, stays of more than 3 months in a rural area, high-risk occupational groups & backpackers staying more than 1 month.

Risks: rabies.

Blood transfusion & tissue transplantation risk according to UK BTS:

Malaria: No
Trypanasoma Cruzi Risk: No
Sub Saharan Africa: No
West Nile Virus Risk: No
Chikungunya Virus Risk: No

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