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General Health Information:
Chile is free of most illnesses that generally require vaccination. Hepatitis A and Typhoid vaccines, however, are recommended if you want to be on the safe side.
Tap water is generally safe to drink, but your stomach may take some time to get used to it. If you have a sensitive stomach, you may want to drink bottled water. Food is also safe, but make sure to wash foods and vegetables thoroughly. Think twice when eating raw seafood shellfish. Avoid eating seafood during the summer.
In the winter, the smog in Santiago can become a health risk. The city declares "pre-emergency" or "emergency" states when the level of smog is dangerously high and takes measures to limit emissions. When the air quality is in pre-emergency or emergency state, children, senior citizens and people with respiratory problems should avoid trips to downtown Santiago whenever possible. The Health Ministry may cancel physical education classes and recommend that children avoid outdoor activity during critical periods. Children are often vulnerable to respiratory illnesses when the air quality is low.
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