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No shots or certifications are required for entry from North America. Regardless of the traveler's nationality; entry from an affected area of the world as defined by the World Health Organizations requires certification of inoculations.
On the islands of Tahiti, good sanitary facilities and health services are available. The cities of Papeete, Taravao (Peninsula of Tahiti) and Uturoa (Raiatea) have fully equipped hospitals. Other tourist islands at least possess a doctor's office or a clinic.
Tahitian hospitals and clinics provide a high standard of health care. For a tropical location, Tahiti has very few pest or insect problems, and the region is free from malaria.
No snake or poisonous spiders, or dangerous animals inhabit the islands. Visitors are advised to use footwear on the reefs, as well as in and around the lagoons. Although the incidence is rare, stepping barefoot on a stonefish can cause non-lethal poisoning.
Visitors should also be cautious of overexposure to the tropical sun and should apply effective sunscreen.
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