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Health in Djibouti:
HIV/AIDS
is not at the moment as widespread as in other African Nations.
It is estimated that about 10,000 people are living with the condition
in Djibouti, which is about 3 % of the population. Food and water
hygiene are still a problem even in Djibouti City; and malaria
is one of the main health risks.
Medical insurance is highly recommended for travelers to the
country and should include emergency evacuation.
Medical facilities
in the Country are underdeveloped and some institutions regularly
face bed and drug shortages. The key hospitals in the country
are found at the capital and include; the Djibouti Bouffard
Hospital and the Peltier General Hospital.
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