Maldives Health

Vaccinations
A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required from travellers arriving within 6 days from infected areas.

Malaria is disappearing and the risk of infection is very low.

Food & Drink
Drinking water in the resorts is generally safe to drink. In other areas water used for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice should have first been boiled or otherwise sterilised.

Food in hotels and resorts is usually risk free, although visitors should be cautious elsewhere.

Other Risks
Hepatitis A, B and E can occur. Tubercolosis and diptheria vaccines are sometimes advised. Rabies may be present although there have been no reported incidents since 1996.

Health Facilities
There are two hospitals on Malé and first aid facilities are available on all resort islands. A decompression chamber is accessible from most resorts in case of diving emergencies.

Health Insurance
Health insurance is recommended. DAN insurance cane be purchased on board safari diving boats for USD $10 to cover a 21 day period.