Kava
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Some studies done overseas
dangerous effect on the liver, al
Germany has refuted this. Local
convinced of its safety! As kava is
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drunk from
source of the water used in kava preparat
quality.
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Immunizations
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include all routine scheduled
vaccinations in the US. In addition Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and
Typhoid vaccinations are recommended. Malaria is not endemi
Fiji and no prophylaxis is required.
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Typhoid Fever
The Health Unit strongly recommends vaccination against typhoid to
guard against periodic outbreaks in Fiji. It is also important to take
care in food preparation and do not drink contaminated water. It is
advisable also be cautious about buying ready-cooked food from
roadside vendors, as hygiene standards are not monitored in
preparation of this food.
Sun Exposure & Heat Related Illness
In the tropics, as we are in Fiji, heat and prolonged sun exposure can
cause a range of illness from mild sunburn to severe heat stroke. Suva
itself is very often cloudy and rainy but this does not protect from UV
light, and many parts of Fiji experience clear skies nearly all year
round. To protect yoursel
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f, especially your skin from heat/sun related
illness please use sunscreen, hats, sunglasses and/or cover-up and
drink plenty of water.
Miscellaneous Tips

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