Health
US travel advisory update highlights health risks in Solomon Islands
The US State Department has updated its Solomon Islands travel advisory, stressing health risks including mosquito-borne diseases and limited medical resources outside Honiara.
The US State Department has revised its Solomon Islands travel advisory, maintaining a Level 2 "Exercise Increased Caution" rating and highlighting ongoing health risks. The update warns of widespread mosquito-borne diseases such as malaria and dengue fever, as well as limited medical facilities and equipment outside Honiara. Travelers are advised to take precautions against insect bites and ensure access to adequate medical care. The advisory also notes risks from unexploded World War II ordnance, crime, and civil unrest. The notice forms part of routine reviews to guide travelers on current conditions in the country.
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- active
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- Solomon Islands
- Date added
- 2026-03-26 07:37 UTC
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