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Vietnam
Health and Safety
Health
Health care in Vietnam varies in
quantity and quality. Big cities
such as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City
have very good private and
state-owned hospitals and clinics,
while it is often hard to see a
doctor in rural areas.
Pharmacies, however, can be found in
almost every town. Write down the
name of the medicine you want to
buy, or use body language to
explain, as not many pharmacist can
communicate in English.
Prior to departure, you may want to
consult your doctor on vaccination
and get well-prepared for a small
first-aid-kit. The following
vaccines are recommended: Polio,
tetanus, yellow fever, typhoid,
Japanese encephalitis. Your personal
kit must have solution to
stomachache, headache and such.
The sun shines over half of a day
along the country, so make sure you
bring plenty of sunscreen.
Additionally, the dust rate in the
air is quite high in industrial
cities; it is advisable you buy a
small mask just like the local in
case you are allergic.
Vietnam is a tropical country, which
entails many kinds of dangerous
bacteria and insects. Mosquito
repellents are essential. If there
are cases of malaria or dengue
fever, you should go to doctor
immediately.
Sexual health: Unprotected sex can
spread HIV, hepatitis B and C,
syphilis and warts.
The bottom line is having your
travel insurance ready before the
trip.
Safety issues
Emergency contact number: Police
(113) - Fire (114) - Ambulance (115)
Vietnam is generally a safe place
for tourists. Pick-pocket is
reported to be decreasing
significantly. If you are robbed, do
not hesitate to contact the local
police. Many tourists have their
stolen possessions returned by this
way.
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