Mexico
Health
Before you travel check that:
- your destination can provide the healthcare you may need
- you have聽appropriate travel insurance聽for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation
This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.
Emergency medical number
Dial 911 and ask for an ambulance.
In Mexico City, you can use emergency buttons on CCTV cameras across the city to immediately connect to the emergency services.
Outside of state capitals and larger urban areas, medical and emergency services may be limited. This includes immediate response, ambulances, basic medical equipment and expertise.
Contact your insurance or medical assistance company quickly if you鈥檙e referred to a medical facility for treatment.
Vaccine recommendations and health risks聽
At least 8 weeks before your trip:聽聽
- check the latest
- see where to get vaccines and whether you have to pay on the
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- Zika virus
- chikungunya
- dengue
- air pollution
Altitude sickness is a risk in parts of Mexico. Read more about .
Only drink boiled or bottled water and avoid ice in drinks.
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There have been , a food and water bug, affecting travellers returning from Mexico.
Medication
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
Many pharmacies in large cities in Mexico provide 24-hour service, including home deliveries of medication. You must get prescriptions issued outside of Mexico translated into Spanish. Local pharmacies may still decide to reject a foreign prescription. Many pharmacies have a GP who can assess a patient and prescribe medication.
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Healthcare in Mexico
Not all hospitals will agree to deal directly with medical insurance companies. Be prepared to pay for treatment yourself up front and then get a refund.
FCDO has a list of medical providers in Mexico where some staff will speak English.聽
Travel and mental health
搁别补诲听FCDO guidance on travel and mental health. There is also聽.