Cheap car hire in Mexico - Other Health Information

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OTHER HEALTH INFORMATION: In many areas in Mexico , tap water is unsafe and should be avoided. Bottled water and beverages are safe, although visitors should be aware that many restaurants and hotels serve tap water unless bottled water is specifically requested. Ice may also come from tap water and should be considered unsafe. Visitors should exercise caution when buying food or beverages from street vendors. Mild abdominal cramps and diarrhea are to be expected when traveling to a new environment, and are self-limiting. Fever, chills and bloody diarrhea suggest infection from contaminated food or water, and should be aggressively treated with fluid and electrolyte replacement (Gatorade, pedialyte, etc.) under the care of qualified medical assistance .

In high altitude areas such as Mexico City (elevation 7,600 feet or about 1/2 mile higher than Denver , Colorado ), most people need a short adjustment period. Reaction signs to high altitude include a lack of energy, shortness of breath, occasional dizziness, headache, and insomnia. Those with heart problems should consult their doctor before traveling. Air pollution in Mexico City and Guadalajara is severe, especially from December to May, and combined with high altitude could affect travelers with underlying respiratory problems.

Information on vaccinations and other health precautions may be obtained from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's hotline for international travelers at 1-877-FYI-TRIP(1-877-394-8747); fax 1-888-CDC-FAXX (1-888-232-3299), or via the CDC's Internet site http://www.cdc.gov.