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Iraq - Health Risks
Malaria is common in some rural areas in the north and in Basra province in the south.
In 2008 twelve out of the eighteen provinces across Iraq had outbreaks of cholera. As a precaution you should drink or use only boiled or bottled water and avoid ice in drinks. If you suffer from diarrhoea during a visit to Iraq you should seek immediate medical attention. If you are travelling to Jordan you may be asked to either prove you have been vaccinated against cholera or you may be required to take antibiotics.
The temperature in summer months can exceed 50 ºC (122ºF) and drop as low as 10ºC (50ºF), which can result in dehydration and serious health problems. Drink plenty of water. Weather conditions are arduous.
Tuberculosis.
You should exercise precautions to avoid exposure to HIV/AIDS.
You should seek medical advice before travelling and ensure that all appropriate vaccinations are up-to-date. |
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