MEDICAL & HEALTH SERVICES IN KENYA

When vacationing in Kenya, make sure you have the necessary personal travel insurance and are covered in case you need medical treatment, evacuation from the country or continental hospital stays. Medical care in Kenya is very expensive, and facilities can request that you pay cash or card for any care you need that you can later claim from your insurance provider. All medical care is only fairly optimum in Nairobi and Mombasa by way of the standard of facilities and the treatment you can receive. You also need to ensure your travel insurance is comprehensive in all ways but also sourced from a reputable insurance provider. Review the list of travel insurers at http://www.ustia.org. AfricanMecca can assist with getting you in touch with a provider based on your travel requirements. This ensures your peace of mind and will help you with any emergency situations such as ground and air travel mishaps, medical issues, lost or delayed baggage and more. Before arriving in Kenya, it is advisable that you get all the necessary vaccinations. If you are entering Kenya from a country that has the incidence of yellow fever, Kenyan authorities might request that you submit proof of vaccination against the disease before you are allowed entry. It is also recommended that you have a vaccination against cholera along with the required certification. Do carry prophylactic drugs to protect yourself from malaria. Also, consult with the Center for Disease Control for information regarding your risk of hepatitis. If you regularly take prescribed medication, make sure you have adequate supplies with you when planning your stay in the country. While there are many pharmacies stores where you can find varied medicines, you might encounter delays in getting your prescription filled or it could simply be unavailable in Kenya. If you feel you might need medication for minor ailments and allergies that you can buy over the counter, you should carry them from your home country. Since you will spend much of your time in the outdoor, carry adequate amounts of sun protection such as sunscreen lotions, wide-brimmed hats and long clothing that keeps exposure to the sun the bare minimal. In some highland locations, nighttime temperatures can be low, so carry a warm layer or two. As in all other countries, HIV is a serious health risk. Thus, it is advisable that you avoid sexual encounters with strangers.

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