Tanzania Health:

HIV/AIDS continues to pose the biggest health problem for Tanzania at present. The condition directly affects about 8 % of the country’s population and it is estimated that 1.6 million people are living with HIV/AIDS in Tanzania. Other health problems are related to food and water hygiene and there is a high risk of falling sick with diarrhea or typhoid fever.

It is important to take standard precautions including drinking boiled water and eating clean food; fresh fruit and vegetables especially need to be washed with clean water. Bottled water is easily available and can be bought at Kiosks and supermarkets. Malaria and Rift Valley Fever are also a threat and anti-malarial medication taken prior to travel can significantly reduce one’s chances of falling sick.