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There are no special health requirements for visitors to Aruba,
but travellers coming from yellow fever infected countries in
Africa or the Americas, aged over six months, need an immunisation
certificate. Aruba has experienced occasional outbreaks of dengue
fever, a flu-like illness transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes that
favour densely populated areas, therefore the use of insect
repellent is advised. Visitors are warned that some types of fish,
including some tropical reef fish, are poisonous when eaten, even
cooked. Medical care is good in Aruba, which has one hospital, the
Dr. H.E. Oduber Hospital, with three classes of service for
patients depending on the level of their insurance. Health
insurance is recommended. Food and water are considered safe.
View information on diseases: Dengue Fever
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