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Country Name |
U.S. Virgin Islands |
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Continent |
Central America |
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Surface |
346 km² |
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Capital |
Charlotte Amalie |
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Population |
106,405 |
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Language |
English |
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Currency |
U.S. dollar |
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Time zone |
-6hrs in relation to Italy |
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Area code for Italy |
01139 |
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Area code from Italy |
0013 |
Yellow fever vaccination is not required.
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.
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.
Caused by toxins released by the bacterium Clostridium tetani, there is an endemic risk of contracting tetanus throughout the country.
These diseases are spread by mosquito bites and there is no vaccine. Therefore, it is important to take preventive measures by implementing behavioural prophylaxes.
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.
The U.S. Virgin Islands are an unincorporated territory of the United States of America, consisting of 53 volcanic islands located in the Caribbean Sea, east of Puerto Rico, belonging to the Lesser Antilles Archipelago. The largest island is Saint Croix, located to the south.
The proximity to two tectonic aquifers means that the area is at high seismic risk and the subsequent origination of tsunamis.
The climate is sub-tropical with stable temperatures throughout the year. Hurricanes are concentrated between June and November but are also possible at other times.
