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A yellow fever certificate is required from those arriving from
infected areas, and is recommended for everyone entering Ecuador,
particularly for those travelling to the regions of the Amazon
basin. There is high risk of malaria and dengue fever in areas
below 5,000ft (1,500m). There has been a dramatic increase in the
number of reported cases of dengue fever primarily in coastal and
Amazon regions. The best prevention is to cover up and use mosquito
repellent liberally throughout the day. High altitude can affect
some people's health so visitors to Quito (6,500ft/2,800m), for
example, are advised to take it easy for the first few days. It is
advisable to take seasickness tablets on a Galapagos boat cruise.
Tap water should not be consumed; bottled water is available. Milk
is unpasteurised so it is best to avoid dairy products. Medical
facilities are inadequate and medical insurance is highly
recommended.
View information on diseases: Yellow fever, Malaria, Dengue Fever
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