Immunisation against tetanus and hepatitis A are usually recommended. Hay fever and asthma can be exacerbated during the sugar cane harvesting season. Barbados has a reciprocal health agreement with the UK, which entitles UK nationals to free hospital and polyclinic treatment, ambulance travel and prescribed medicines for children and elderly patients. However, prescribed medicines for those other than children or the elderly and all dental treatment must be paid for. To receive treatment, UK nationals must show their UK passport or NHS medical card, as well as their temporary entry permit.
Medical insurance is recommended for all other nationals.