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A yellow fever vaccination is required by travellers aged more
than one year arriving from infected areas, and Hepatitis A
immunisation is recommended for visitors over two years. There is a
risk of malaria and travellers should take precautions before
travel. Food and water is considered safe, though it is advised not
to eat fruit or vegetables unless peeled or cooked. Visitors should
note that some types of fish, including tropical reef fish, are
poisonous to eat even when cooked. Medical facilities are good in
Nassau and Freeport, but expensive and usually require payment in
cash on treatment. Medical insurance is advised. Princess Margaret
Hospital in Nassau, where most emergency surgery is performed, is
experiencing a chronic shortage of blood so those with rare blood
types are advised to know the names and locations of possible
donors in the event of an emergency. The Lyford Cay Hospital has a
hyperbaric chamber for treatment of decompression illness.
View information on diseases: Malaria
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