Avoid swimming and paddling in fresh water. Swimming pools which are well-chlorinated and maintained are safe. Hepatitis A occurs. Hepatitis B is hyperendemic. Japanese encephailitis occurs in rural areas May to October and is relatively common.
Dengue fever is widespread.
Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information consult the Health appendix. Doctors and hospitals expect cash payments for any medical treatment.