Health Conditions for Foreigners in India

India, the land of diverse cultures and traditions is one of the top most destinations to travel for many foreigners. India is a developing nation, but still has various things that attract foreigners to go for it. The striking religious places and various cultural destinations is what attract foreigners in India. However, one of the major concerns that hit the mind of travelers to India is about their health. The polluted environment and the increased number of diseases in the air, is the main problem for traveling in India. The reason for foreigners falling sick is due to the stomach problems as Indian cuisines are rich with oil and spices which foreigners are not in habit of. It is not easy for them to digest such food. This might cause several problems to their body and make it difficult for them to travel in India.

Here are some of the major problems that foreigners face in India –

• Diarrhea– It is the most common problems faced by foreigners due to the consumption of roadside spicy food and contaminated water. To prevent the disease prevent having food from the roadside stalls and joints. Drink purified bottled water and eat fresh food to prevent the disease. Always carry oral re-hydration salts and diarrhea medicines.
• Malaria– Caused due to the bite of mosquitoes, malaria is easy to spread disease in India. Avoid going to dirty places which are full of mosquitoes. Take special care just after monsoon season. Also, carrying a mosquito repellent cream is a must for travelers in India.
• Tetanus– Foreigners may easily get affected by this disease. Even the small injuries can transmit the disease in your body. However, it can be treated with a tetanus injection; still one can avoid the situation that can affect the travel in India.
• Typhoid– It is another dangerous diseases caused due to the intake of contaminated water and food. High fever, sweating, vomiting, and diarrhea are some of the main symptoms of the disease. It can be treated through taking antibiotics and needle vaccinations. Keeping a check on what you eat can prevent you from this disease.
• Cholera– Spread due to contaminated water and food cholera is a harmful disease, which is common during flood and rainy season. One should take precautions to keep the disease away. Try to stay in clean surrounding and make it all healthier for you.

Apart from that, there are several other health problems that foreigners might face in India. To prevent them all, take above mentioned precautions and carry safety medicines while traveling.