Antigua and Barbuda Bandiera della Antigua and Barbuda

Cartina geografica della Antigua and Barbuda

 General informations

Country Name

 

Continent

Central America

Surface area

442.6 km²

Capital

Saint John's

Population

90,156

Language

English

Currency

Eastern Caribbean dollar

Time zone

-5hrs in relation to Italy

Area code for Italy

0039

Area code from Italy

001268

 Prevention

Yellow fever

Yellow fever vaccination is not required.

Hepatitis A and B

Hepatitis A is generally transmitted through contaminated food and water, or through close physical contact with an infected person, while hepatitis B is transmitted through exposure to infected body fluids and blood.

Rabies

Infection typically occurs through contact with the saliva of an infected animal, usually through bites, scratches or licks near open wounds or membranes (mouth, nose, eyes). The most common vectors are dogs and bats, but cases of infection in other domestic animals have also been reported.

Tetanus

Caused by toxins released by the bacterium Clostridium tetani, there is an endemic risk of contracting tetanus throughout the country.

Dengue,  Zika

These diseases are spread by mosquito bites and there is no vaccine. Therefore, it is important to take preventive measures by implementing behavioural prophylaxes.

Insect sting diseases

Chikungunya and West Nile virus are to be found in certain areas of the Caribbean. Transmitted by insect bites and with no vaccine, it is important to take preventive measures with behavioural prophylaxes.

The following vaccinations are strongly recommended as these diseases can be contracted anywhere in the world. Experts advise that you protect yourself and other travellers by making sure you are up-to-date with all of the recommended vaccinations. This will allow you to travel safely, while minimising the risk of exposure to infection.

 Territory and climate

The state of Antigua and Barbuda is formed by three coral islands of volcanic origin, the two largest of the same names and Redonda.

The climate is humid tropical with consistent year-round temperatures averaging between 25° and 28°C. The hurricane season is between July and October.

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