For many people, vacation is a time to try out things that you normally wouldn’t do. Some people opt to go snorkeling or scuba diving. Others may try out cliff diving or horseback riding. Many people travel to exotic destinations and just delight in the native cuisine. But for some, a trip to the hospital may become an unexpected addition to the itinerary. Sometimes, all of those fun activities that you are not used to can catch up with you, and you may find yourself bringing back a broken bone or a twisted ankle as a souvenir. If you find yourself injured in Aruba, you can rest assured knowing that you are in good hands.
Most people that get injured or ill enough to require a trip to the hospital on vacation suffer only fairly minor medical problems. Top of the list are digestion issues, caused by differences in the water and the food. Visitors to the island nation of Aruba that find themselves in severe gastrointestinal discomfort may seek treatment at either the medical center in San Nichols or the hospital in the capital city of Oranjestad. Comparable to the level of care that is provided in small hospitals in the United States, the Dr. H.E. Oduber Hospital is capable of providing treatment for most common medical concerns.
Though nobody really sets out to get hurt or get sick, it may be worthwhile to give it some thought before you leave on your dream trip. Check with you medical insurance provider to determine what the rules and regulations are regarding international care. Find out ahead of time whether it will cover you financially for expenses like consultations or hospital stays. Another good idea before coming to Aruba on vacation is to make sure that you have all of your routine vaccinations up to date. Though there are no regional medical concerns that are specific to Aruba, the last thing anyone wants is to fall needlessly ill while on vacation.
Though you certainly won’t hope to visit the hospital while on vacation in Aruba, it is good to know that, should a trip get spontaneously added to your itinerary, you will be in good and capable hands. If you should suffer a life threatening illness or injury you will likely be airlifted to another country that has state of the art equipment available, but truthfully, most ailments befalling tourists are not that serious.
