Delhi Belly is a bitch here. The chances of seeing India without frequent side trips to the john are slim. More serious intestinal problems include typhoid, cholera, hepatitis A and parasites. Don't be shy about consulting an Indian doctor. They know their stuff and they are reasonable. Adequate medical care is available in the major population centers but limited in rural areas of the country. The key is to take preventive measures against malaria, hepatitis, meningitis and Japanese encephalitis, which also includes taking precautions to avoiding getting bit by mosquitoes. Dengue and Japanese encephalitis are mosquito-borne viral diseases that pose a danger in rural areas during the rainy season. Travelers arriving from countries where outbreaks of yellow fever have occurred will be required to furnish a certificate for yellow fever vaccination. Cholera and gastroenteritis occur during the summer monsoon months, mostly in the poorer areas of India. The best protection includes eating only at better-quality restaurants or hotels, drinking only boiled or bottled mineral water and avoiding ice. Take along medication for intestinal problems and read up on the free information provided by the Centers for Disease Control.
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