Asia and Oceania

Pitcairn has a medical clinic and a resident doctor, but you should note that medical facilities are limited.  The nearest hospital facilities are in French Polynesia or New Zealand, at least four days sail away. This should be taken into account when travelling with children who may be particularly vulnerable.

You should exercise precautions to avoid exposure to HIV/AIDS. For more general information on how to do this see HIV and AIDS.

You should seek medical advice before travelling to Pitcairn and ensure that all appropriate vaccinations are up-to-date. For further information on vaccination requirements, health outbreaks and general disease protection and prevention you should visit the websites of the National Travel Heath Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) and NHS Scotland's Fit For Travel or call NHS Direct on 0845 46 47.

 

For more general health information see Travel Health.