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Lebanon » Healthcare

Overview

Health insurance is essential. Private healthcare in Lebanon is expensive. Lebanese hospitals are very modern and well equipped and many doctors are highly qualified. All doctors speak either English or French. The majority of hospitals in the region are private and require proof of the patient's ability to pay the bill before providing treatment (even in emergency cases). Visitors who are not insured and require hospitalisation should contact their embassy for advice. Standards at Lebanon's public hospitals are much lower. The two best hospitals in the country are the Hôtel Dieu in Achrafieh, Beirut, and the AUBMC (American University of Beirut Medical Centre) in Hamra, Beirut.

Food Drink

Mains water is normally chlorinated and, whilst relatively safe, may cause mild abdominal upsets. Bottled water is recommended. Drinking water outside main towns and cities is likely to be contaminated and sterilisation is considered essential. Milk is pasteurised and dairy products are safe for consumption. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables are generally considered safe to eat.

Other Risks

Hepatitis B is present but rare. Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered.

Vaccinations

Title: Malaria
Special Precautions: No

Title: Hepatitis A
Special Precautions: Yes

Title: Diphtheria
Special Precautions: Sometimes

Title: Typhoid
Special Precautions: Sometimes

Title: Tetanus
Special Precautions: Yes

Title: Rabies
Special Precautions: No

Title: Yellow Fever
Special Precautions: No*

Vaccinations Note

* A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travellers from infected areas.
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Information in this section was last updated: Fri Apr 12 2013