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Staying Fit & Healthy

Stay Fit and Healthy during your stay in Thailand

Beware of Mosquitoes

Thailand, like most tropical countries, is not free from certain tropical diseases. Malaria is generally not a problem in any of the major tourist destinations, but is endemic in rural areas along the borders with Cambodia (including Ko Chang in Trat Province), Laos and Myanmar. As is the case throughout South-East Asia, dengue fever can be encountered just about anywhere, including the most modern cities. The only prevention is avoiding mosquito bites - wear long pants and long sleeves at dusk in mosquito areas and use repellent, which is available at any Thai corner shop or pharmacy.

Food & Water

Food hygiene levels in Thailand are reasonably high. It is generally safe to eat at street markets and to drink water served at restaurants. Off course, you should apply your own common sense judgement and avoid anything that appears unhygienic.
 

Practice Safe Sex

HIV/AIDS (adult infection rate is 1 in 66) and other sexually transmitted diseases are common, especially among sex workers. Condoms are sold in all convenience stores, supermarkets, pharmacies, etc.