Health Care
Health Care
That India means trouble is an idea that needs a serious rethink. A
country with a population of over 980 million certainly has its share of
problems. The millions mean poor sanitation and health irregularities in
certain parts of the nation. What the tourist has to guard against is
wrong eating habits, drinking unclean water and be careful of weather
conditions. India is a one-in-a-lifetime experience. Take some easy
precautionary measures and you will be healthy enough to take on India.
It is better to be forewarned about some common diseases, their cure and
medicines you must carry with you. There are few areas in India where
medical facilities are not readily available but in most of the tourist
circuits, the arrangements are excellent. So plan out that itinarary, you
will be well taken care of.
On Your Arrival:
Unlike many other countries, India does not follow any strict medical
checkup that will bar your entry into the country. A valid yellow fever
certificate is mandatory for all persons (including infants) who have
been, even in transit, in Africa, South America, Papua New Guinea in the
last six days. The certificate becomes valid 10 days after vaccination.
Without a VALID CERTIFICATE, the person will be quarantined for a period
upto Six Days. Smallpox has been eradicated from India so immunisation is
not required for the same. Immunisation against cholera is also not
required.
