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TIPS FOR TRAVELING HEALTHY IN VIETNAM
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Always wear a good helmet when riding a bicycle or motorbike. Road accidents are one of the leading health risks in Vietnam, for travelers and resident alike.
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Make sure your vaccinations are up to date and that you have all the recommended vaccines for Vietnam (Hepatitis, A & B, Typhoid, Japanese Encephalitis, Rabies)
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Wash your hands with soap and water whenever you can. Wash vegetables thoroughly before eating. This reduces the risk of contamination and eliminates most of the pesticides.
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Be aware of the prevalence of STIs (sexually transmitted illnesses) in Vietnam and stay away from drugs and illicit substances. Be careful where you purchase medication, it may not always be the real thing.
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Drink only mineral or purified water, even when you are boiling it for tea or coffee.
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Protect yourself from mosquitoes by using nets and repellent. Mosquitoes carry Dengue Fever, Japanese Encephalitis and Malaria (though Malaria is not a major risks in Vietnam).
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Be prepared for an emergency by keeping the phone number of a medical provider handy – by the phone and in your wallet. If you need to see a doctor, you will know where to look for the number.
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For medical advice, assistance and emergencies, call International SOS 24/7.
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