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Vaccination
and Immunization Information
- Information on shots
and immunizations can be found at http://www.bviwelcome.com/
- The BVIs are generally
risk-free of contagious disease.
- At time of publication,
an International Vaccination Certificate is not mandatory in Tortola.
Obtaining Information
Clients wanting more information
on vaccinations and immunizations should contact:
- The Centers for Disease
Control's International Travelers' Hotline in the USA at 404-332-4559.
- Detailed traveler's advice
on traveling abroad can also be found at http://www.cdc.gov/travel/index.htm.
This website is in English.
- For Americans, useful
information on medical emergencies abroad, including overseas insurance
programs, is provided in the Department of State’s Bureau of Consular
Affairs brochure Medical Information for Americans Traveling Abroad,
available via the Bureau of Consular Affairs home page or autofax:
(202) 647-3000.
General Medical Suggestions
for Persons Traveling Abroad
In general for any person
traveling abroad the following suggestions can be made:
- Take personal protective
measures against insects.
- Drink only bottled beverages
(including water) or beverages made with boiled water.
- Do not use ice cubes
or eat raw seafood or rare meat.
- Eat well-cooked foods
while they are still hot and fruits that can be peeled without contamination.
- Avoid roadside stands
and street vendors.
- Only pasteurized dairy
products should be consumed.
Tortola Medical Facilities
Medical Facilities in Tortola:
Medical Facilities in Virgin Gorda:
- Iris O'neal Clinic, The Valley Tel:
284 495 7310 North Sound Tel: 284 495 5337
- Medicure Health Center, The Valley,
Virgin Gorda Tel: 284-495-5479
Medical Facilities in Jost Van
Dyke: Tel: 284 495 9239
Medical Facilities in Anegada:
Tel: 284 495 8049
Doctors and hospitals often expect
immediate cash payment for health services.
Medical Insurance
- Clients are advised to
check with their own insurance company to confirm whether their
policy applies overseas, including provision for medical evacuation.
- Clients who book out
of Clearwater can be offered the Charter Care Travel Insurance.
Emergency Information
- British Virgin Islands: Ambulance,
Fire, Police call 999
- Virgin Island Search and Rescue (VISAR)
VHF Channel 16 / dial 999 or 911 ask for Search & Rescue / tel:
284 494 4357 or 499 0911 E-mail: visar@surfbvi.com
or Website: www.visar.org
- U.S. Coast Guard Tel: (1) 787-729-6770
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