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There are fewer rules in relation to health in India, for foreign tourists. These rules are of the nature of prevention than anything else.

* WHO's web site for international travelers.

* WHO India

Yellow Fever

Any person (including infants) arriving by air or sea without a certificate can be isolated for a period up to 6 days if arriving within six days after departure from an infected or has been in such an area in transit, or has shifted from aircraft in an infected area and has not been disinfected in accordance with Indian Aircraft (Public Health) rules, or recommended by WHO. Several countries in Central and South America and Africa are considered to be infected at the request of the concerned Indian Mission for a current list. If a case of yellow fever will be from any country, the land is used by the Government of India as infected with yellow fever and is in the list above.

Malaria

Malaria risk exists all year throughout the country with the exception of parts of the states of Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and Sikkim. No certificate is required, but a course of pills against malaria is recommended for all travelers to India.

Protect yourself from insects by remaining in well-screened areas, using repellents (sparingly at 4 hours), and wearing long sleeve shirts and long pants from dusk through dawn.

Cholera

Travelers procedures in countries that have restrictions on arrivals from India or from an infected area in India due to cholera are required for a certificate. In each case, a vaccination against cholera is recommended.

General Tips

* Drink only bottled or boiled water or carbonated (bubbly) drinks in cans or bottles. Avoid water, fountain drinks and ice cubes. If this is not possible, the water safer by both filtering through an "absolute 1 micron or less" filter and adding iodine tablets to the filtered water. "Absolute 1 micron filters" are found in camping / outdoor supply available.

* Buy bottled water from respectable outlets to protect against stomach complaints. Some of the better-known brands are Bisleri, Kinley, Aqua Fina, Himalaya etc. Make sure that the seal of the bottle is intact.

* Look out for spicy dishes, especially at the beginning of your tour. Avoid eating food from road side stand. Essen, unpeeled fruits and avoid fresh salads, especially in small hotels. If you are forced to eat at some place you have doubts about, make sure the food is served hot.

* Always use some insect repellent if you find yourself in a mosquito-prone area. But remember that not every place is mosquito-infested and low temperatures in winter (when most tourists come to India) kill most of the errors in the northern plains and hills.

* If traveling in scorching heat, remember to drink enough water, use hats, sunglasses and UV lotions. Do not venture into the middle Sunday

* Pharmacies or chemists are available in every city and village, and you can buy drugs. In the event that you need to see a doctor for a specific condition, ask for help from your hotel (most have doctors on call) or your tour operator. The cost of visiting a doctor is relatively low (less than one U.S. Dollar) as compared to western countries.

Health Kit

In India, most modern medicines are available over the counter in drugstores, but it is advisable to travel with a reserve stock. If a medicine necessary to enough for the duration of the trip. It is advisable that you have a small set, which should help for health disorders stomachs, some antiseptic cream, mosquito repellant cream, suntan lotion / UV lotion, etc.

Warning: This document is not a complete medical guide for travelers to this region. Contact your doctor for specific information regarding your needs and your medical history; recommendations for pregnant women, small children, and persons who have chronic illnesses.

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