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Trip Ideas
- Where to Go
- The Best of the Dominican Republic
- A Nature Lover’s Dominican Trek
- The Sexiest Dominican Beaches
- Historical Dominican Road Trip
- A Dominican Culture Tour
- Carnaval and Its Masks
- Planning Your Dominican Wedding
- Dominican Adventures
- Golfing the Dominican Republic
- Dominican Music and Dance
- La Ruta del Mango
- Day-Tripping in Monte Plata
- The Best Small Resorts
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Vaccinations and Medications
For those who take prescription medications, it is important to bring enough for the duration of your trip—and perhaps even a little extra—as there is no guarantee specific types will be available. Also, pack medication in carry-on luggage to ensure it does not get lost if there are complications with the airline. If you will be traveling with children who are prone to childhood illnesses such as ear infections, be sure to bring along the appropriate antibiotics.
Vaccinations for typhoid and hepatitis A are important for both adults and children. Check with your doctor at least eight weeks in advance to make sure the timing of the vaccinations is appropriate. Updates of routine immunizations (for children in particular) such as tetanus, polio, diphtheria, measles/mumps, and varicella are highly recommended. Also speak to your doctor about malaria and diarrhea medications.
Internet Information
Consult the World Health Organization (WHO) website (www.who.int/ith/) for any information on your destination. Look for its book, called International Travel and Health. Also, MD Travel Health (www.mdtravelhealth.com) has a Dominican Republic page that is updated regularly.
© Ana Chavier Caamaño from Moon Dominican Republic, 4th edition
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