Yemen
Health
Before you travel check that:Â
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your destination can provide the healthcare you may needÂ
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you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuationÂ
This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.Ìý
Emergency medical numberÂ
Call 191 and ask for an ambulance.ÌýÌý
Due to the current conflict, emergency services may not be able to respond. It may be better to make your own way to hospital if you can. Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.Ìý
Vaccine recommendations and health risksÂ
At least 8 weeks before your trip:ÌýÌý
- check the latest ÌýÌý
- see where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the ÌýÌý
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- malaria and dengueÂ
- Middle East respiratory syndromeÂ
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Healthcare in YemenÌýÌý
Medical facilities, particularly away from the main towns and cities, are poor. Make sure that you have adequate travel health insurance and access to funds to cover the cost of any medical treatment abroad and repatriation.Ìý
Travel and mental healthÂ
Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health. »Ê¹ÚÌåÓýappre is also .Ìý