to check on the programs and updates from the ministry of health, in rio de janeiro and brazil, click here - visitors should consult a physician before traveling to aborad and discuss their own medical issues in relation to travel in tropical areas - individuals with presceiption or daily over the counter medications should be fully stocked with a stock of medications to cover their visit - having extra medication supply is always a good idea incase stocks of pills are lost in transit

if prescription medication is needed, visitors should bring appropriate documentation in order to obtain such medicines from pharmacies in rio -for more information on how to obtain medications, individuals can click on the medication section LINK.

Following are some hospitals where a visitor could find a doctor if helped is needed in an acute or emergent medical situation - hospital copa d'or is an accredited institute which abides by international standards - with modern equipment, well-trained medical staff, and high quality services in the field of surgery, post-operative care, and diagnostics, this hospital is quite popular among expats - located on rua figueiredo magalhães in copacabana it is a great option for individuals staying in zona sul.