Travel Health: There are no vaccination requirements for entry to Chile, but a
typhoid vaccine is recommended for travellers other than short term
travellers who restrict their meals to major restaurants, hotels or
cruise ships. Dengue fever is on the increase and visitors should
take precautions against mosquito bites. Water is generally safe in
the cities, but should be treated in the rural areas; bottled water
is widely available for drinking. Santiago is severely polluted and
this could cause respiratory problems or eye irritations,
particularly from May to August. Travellers visiting the Andes
Mountains should be aware of altitude sickness, and ascend slowly
to allow the body to adjust. Healthcare in urban areas is adequate,
but hospitals and clinics are extremely expensive and usually
require payment in cash. Health insurance is strongly
recommended.
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