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With its diverse cuisines and popular Indian dishes like biryani, curry, dosa, and samosas, travelers should practice good hygiene and consider safe food/beverage choices when selecting street vendors and restaurants to avoid traveler’s diarrhea.
India also has a wide range of biodiversity, including the Bengal tiger, Asian elephant, Indian rhinoceros, and many bird species, and visitors to local sanctuaries may want to consider the rabies vaccine.Â
Hepatitis A virus can cause liver disease, and in rare cases, liver failure and death.
Typhoid is a bacterial infection contracted through contaminated food or water
Hepatitis BÂ is a viral infection that targets the liver and may cause chronic infections.Â
Japanese encephalitis (JE) is a viral infection spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. Â
Rabies is a viral infection transmitted through animal bites. Â
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Guards against the varicella-zoster virus, responsible for chickenpox.
Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP)
Protects against three different bacterial infections.
Vaccination against seasonal influenza strains is essential.
Provides immunity against all three diseases in one shot.
Essential for guarding against the poliovirus.
Offers protection against a viral infection that causes painful rashes.
The ongoing pandemic necessitates adherence to vaccination guidelines and preventive measures.
Most common illness for travelers, from consuming contaminated food & water
South Africa is prone to mosquito-borne diseases like dengue fever, malaria, and Zika virus.Â
Take measures to prevent mosquito bites, such as using 50% DEET insect repellents, wearing protective clothing (long sleeves and pants), and staying in accommodations with air conditioning or mosquito nets.
Major cities in India, such as Delhi, can experience high levels of air pollution. Â
If you plan to visit high-altitude regions like Ladakh or the Himalayas, be aware of the symptoms of altitude sicknessÂ
Medications such as acetaminophen (e.g., Tylenol) or ibuprofen (e.g., Advil) can be helpful for managing headaches, muscle pain, or fever.Â
It’s advisable to carry over-the-counter anti-diarrheal medications like loperamide (e.g., Imodium) to treat mild cases of traveler’s diarrhea. However, it’s important to stay hydrated and seek medical attention if diarrhea persists or worsens.Â
Antacids like Tums or Pepto-Bismol can provide relief from indigestion or heartburn, which can sometimes occur when trying new foods or experiencing changes in diet during travel.Â
If you have known allergies, carrying antihistamines like cetirizine(e.g., Reactine) or diphenhydramine (e.g., Benadryl) can help manage allergic reactions to environmental allergens or insect bites.Â
If you are prone to motion sickness, consider carrying medication like dimenhydrinate (e.g., Gravol) to alleviate symptoms during long journeys or when traveling by car, train, or boat.
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The Indian Ministry of Tourism offers 24-hour general advice for tourists.
Dial: 1-800 111-363.
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