Health and Travel Tips for the Philippines

Vaccinations

It is wise to obtain vaccinations for Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid and Tetanus. In many rural areas of the Philippines , such as the island of Palawan , malaria is a problem. Some International Medical Insurance plans will cover your vaccinations, check with your insurance broker .  

Medical Emergencies and Evacuation

You should always carry your insurance card with you at all times. Although the medical system in Philippines is satisfactory, there are cases in which a patient has to be evacuated to the closest suitable medical facilities and even back to their home country. The patient is responsible for all costs associated with an evacuation, and these expenses can often be over USD $10,000. Therefore, it is advised that individuals traveling to the Philippines purchase Philippines medical insurance that covers medical evacuation.

Manila Hospitals:  

• Makati Medical Center , 2 Amorsolo Street , Makati , Metro Manila
  Tel.: (02) 815-9911.  ( Makati Medical Center is a private hospital)

• University of St. Tomas (UST) Hospital, Espana, Manila ,
  Tel.: (02) 731-3001.  ( UST Hospital is a private hospital)

Scuba Diving Accidents

There is only one recompression chamber in the Philippines . It is located at the Subic Yacht Club, Subic , Zambales, Philippine.  The chamber, which has a 3-4 person seating capacity, is open 24 hours. 

• Subic Yacht Club
  Tel.:  (047) 252-5211; (047) 252-2431  (24 hours)