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The health standard of Madagascar is not as high as some of the most developed countries of the West. But broad range of specialties are represented by the foreign physicians present in Antananarivo. The standard of health care in hospitals differ from each other. Medical facilities Madagascar is taken care of by the government. However, many private organizations like Malagasy Lutheran Church also work at the same time.
A list of health centers and hospitals is maintained by the Embassy, so that tourist can have a quick access to them in case of an emergency. In Antananarivo medications of foreign origin are available. But the medical facilities in Madagascar are not that good outside Antananarivo. Travelers are advised to carry their own personal medical kit as Malagasy Lutheran Church is mainly limited to the capital. Ambulance service of Madagascar is easily accessible.
Malaria is a growing problem of Madagascar. It is advised to take precautions. Rabies and plague are also prevalent in Madagascar. The rate of HIV is low with respect to other African countries. However other sexually transmitted diseases are not uncommon to this island. In case of most of the diseases, vaccination is available.
Government is trying to take measures against diseases like Chikungunya and Dengue. There are many diseases that borne by water. So there is an ongoing process to purify water. Tourists are advised to drink bottled water. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provide information on diseases caused by food, water or insect bite. People should be aware of the Medical Insurance Facility of Madagascar.
Medical facilities of Madagascar also include a pathological center where various tests like blood test, X-ray, ECG, scan take place. Medical facilities in Madagascar cover almost all the areas.
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