Travel Health To prepare this page we consulted with Pan American Health Organization consultant, immunologist Amiro Pérez Mera, British-trained gastroenterologist Alberto Santana, French-trained pediatrician Felipe Perdomo and U.S.-trained pathologist Dr. Yazmin Redondo, and documents produced by the World Health Organization and the US Government Center for Disease Control. 

We consulted with a panel of physicians to ensure that our advice was as thorough as possible, responding to questions asked on the DR1 Message Board. Note that these answers are provided as general guidelines for the traveler to discuss with their individual physician or reach their own conclusions. They are in no way absolute and should not be construed to apply to all travelers. 

Things to remember:

  • Bring lots of sunscreen/sun block with a high sun protection factor, or SPF. Dab it on all over, especially shoulders, noses and the tops of your feet, several times a day.
  • No vaccinations required to visit DR.
  • Do not overindulge in food and drink.
  • Drink lots of bottled water or other nonalcoholic liquids.
  • If you get diarrhea, let it pass. If it gets serious, see the resort doctor.

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The Sun:

Preventing Stomach Upsets:

Vaccinations:

Other illnesses and health hazards:

Misc health questions: