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Jamaica
Resort travel with mosquito-borne illness and sun exposure as the main concerns.
Routine vaccines
- MMR
- Tdap
- Polio
- Influenza
Recommended vaccines
- Hepatitis A & B
- Typhoid
- Rabies (extended stays)
Disease risks & prevention
Dengue & Zika
Repellent day and night; Zika serious in pregnancy.
Traveler's Diarrhea
Bottled water off-resort; caution with buffets.
Sun and heat
SPF 50+, hydrate, shade at midday.
Water
Tap water treated in Kingston and resort areas; bottled advised rurally.
Food
Resort and restaurant food generally safe; jerk stands should be piping hot.
Insects
DEET, especially at dawn and dusk.
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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