Bahamas / Medical

Medical facilities are good in Nassau and Freeport, but they are expensive and usually require a cash payment on treatment. Medical insurance is definitely advised.

Princess Margaret Hospital, Nassau, t 322 2861

Rand Memorial Hospital, Freeport, t 352 6735

The Lyford Cay Hospital, New Providence, t 362 4400, has a hyperbaric chamber for treatment of decompression illness.

There are no mandatory vaccinations for entering the Bahamas. Hepatitis A immunisation is recommended and a yellow fever vaccination is required if you are arriving from an infected area. There have been recent malaria outbreaks and travellers should take precautions before arrival. Water is considered safe.

Non-profit organisations and Government links:

Public Hospitals Authority: Princess Margaret Hospital, Shirley Street, Nassau, t 322 2861 and Rand Memorial Hospital, East Atlantic Drive, Freeport, t 352 6735 | www.phabahamas.org