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Dominican Republic
Popular beach destination. Standard tropical precautions apply.
Routine vaccines
- MMR
- Tdap
- Polio
- Influenza
Recommended vaccines
- Hepatitis A & B
- Typhoid
- Rabies (extended/rural)
Disease risks & prevention
Dengue, Zika, Chikungunya
Mosquito bite prevention day and night.
Malaria (rural, limited)
Chloroquine still effective in most areas.
Traveler's Diarrhea
Bottled water; caution with buffets.
Water
Bottled water only.
Food
Resort food generally safe. Street food riskier.
Insects
DEET at all times of day.
General information only, pending clinical review. Not a substitute for professional medical advice — consult a travel medicine specialist before your trip.
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