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Country Name |
Jamaica |
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Continent |
Central America |
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Surface area |
10,991 km2 |
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Capital |
Kingston |
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Population |
2,909,714 |
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Language |
English and Creole |
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Currency |
Jamaican dollar (JMD) |
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Time zone |
-6hrs in relation to Italy |
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Area code for Italy |
0039 |
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Area code from Italy |
001876 |
There have been no relevant reports in the past 90 days.
Yellow fever vaccination is not required.
Hepatitis A is generally transmitted through contaminated food and water, or through close physical contact with an infected person, while hepatitis B is transmitted through exposure to infected body fluids and blood.
Infection typically occurs through contact with the saliva of an infected animal, usually through bites, scratches or licks near open wounds or membranes (mouth, nose, eyes). The most common vectors are dogs and bats, but cases of infection in other domestic animals have also been reported.
Caused by toxins released by the bacterium Clostridium tetani, there is an endemic risk of contracting tetanus throughout the country.
These diseases are spread by mosquito bites and there is no vaccine. Therefore, it is important to take preventive measures by implementing behavioural prophylaxes.
Chikungunya and West Nile virus are to be found in certain areas of the Caribbean. Transmitted by insect bites and with no vaccine, it is important to take preventive measures with behavioural prophylaxes.
The following vaccinations are strongly recommended as these diseases can be contracted anywhere in the world. Experts advise that you protect yourself and other travellers by making sure you are up-to-date with all of the recommended vaccinations. This will allow you to travel safely, while minimising the risk of exposure to infection.
Jamaica is the third largest island of the Greater Antilles located in the Caribbean Sea; it is separated from the island of Cuba by a very deep channel of more than 7,000 metres.
The territory is predominantly mountainous, developing into a plateau that reaches its highest peak (over 2,200 m) on the eastern slope.
The climate is subtropical with a variable temperature pattern that reflects the elevations. In fact, there is a difference of about ten degrees between coastal and eastern mountainous areas.
Rainfall is heavy, highest in areas affected by the northeast trade wind. The hurricane season runs from July to November.
