Cook Islands

Dengue cases have been reported. Repellents can be used for protection against the bite of mosquitos transmitting the disease.

VACCINATIONS, SPECIFIC RISKS AND REQUIREMENTS

Mandatory Vaccinations

No vaccination is required to enter in this country.

Recommanded vaccinations
• For tourists : hepatitis B, tetanos, typhoïd.
• For adventurous trips and long stays : hepatitis A, hepatitis B, tetanos, typhoïd.
Vaccinations update
• FOR ADULTS: Check that diphteriae-tetanus-poliomyelitis and hepatitis B vaccines are up-dated.
• FOR CHILDREN: Check that their vaccinations are up-dated (diphteriae, tetanus, poliomyelitis, measles...).
Warning !
• Vaccines are useful and effective. However, they are sometimes contra-indicated.
• Always consult a physician.
• Please note that a period up to 8 weeks can be necessary to carry out vaccinations.

MALARIA

No malaria in this country.

HEALTH GENERAL MEASURES

Food and drinking water :

TO AVOID IN PARTICULAR: bacterian diarrheas, hepatitis A, turista, diarrhoea of traveller, typhoïd.
- Wash your hands before meals and after going to the toilet.
- Eat meat, fish and shellfish well cooked.
- Avoid raw vegetables and fruit without peel.
- Peel other fruits and vegetables before eating them.
- Drink at least 2 litres (4.5 pints) of water (of good quality) every day.
- Use for all drinks or preparations containing water: mineral water in stoppered bottles, boiled water, filtered water or chemically treated water.
- Do not eat ice-creams or sorbets sold by street vendors.
- Note that the risk of contracting an infection by cleaning your teeth in tap water is minimal.
- However, if the water is "doubtful" it is preferable to use treated water.



Sexual intercourse:

TO AVOID IN PARTICULAR: hepatitis B, HIV.
- Condom carrying is the best preventive measure to avoid sexually transmitted diseases.
- Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for those having sex with casual partners.

FIRST-AID KIT

Its contents may vary according to how you travel and your current health state.