Falkland Islands
Risk / Health Info for Falkland Islands
Do I need shots for the Falkland Islands?
Your vaccinations should be up to date before you leave for the Falkland Islands. A shot against hepatitis A can prevent this food- and water-borne gastrointestinal illness.
Some travellers to the Falkland Islands should also consider getting a hepatitis B shot:
- children
- travellers who plan to stay for an extended period
- travellers who visit frequently
- people who work in healthcare or dentistry.
Hep B is spread by contact with infected blood or body fluid, so you can get it from dirty needles, unprotected sex, or invasive medical or cosmetic procedures.
What hospital facilities are there in Falkland Islands?
There is only one hospital in the Falkland Islands, located in Stanley. Always make sure you have access to emergency cash and travel insurance, so check with your provincial or territorial health authority.
Recommended Vaccines for Falkland Islands
| Vaccine Name | Course |
|---|---|
| Hepatitis A | 2 Doses |
| Hepatitis A and B combined (adult) | 3 Doses |
| Hepatitis A and B combined (paediatric) | 2 Doses |
| Hepatitis A (paediatric) | 1 Dose |
| Hepatitis B | 3 Doses |
| Hepatitis B (paediatric) | 3 Doses |
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About Falkland Islands
The Falklands are two big islands and many smaller ones about 500 km off the southern tip coast of Argentina. A British overseas territory, they have a rugged terrain with hills and cliffs, and five different penguin species as well as abundant other birds – some that are unique to the islands.
top Tips for travelling to Falkland Islands
Keep an eye open for the Johnny rook, or striated caracara — a fearless and intelligent bird of prey that will steal your lunch in the blink of an eye. Stanley still has some of the original cottages built for the colonists who arrived in 1849.