that lists your blood type, allergies, current medications, and put all the medicines including over the counter medications you might take just in case in a small bag. If you have prescriptions, maybe get an early refill if needed. As mentioned before, Malaria is a big risk in Djibouti. The medication that you’ll need to get for it, you’ll need to take is before, during and after the trip to prevent this disease. They are in desperate need of more physicians or any health care professionals. It shows that they have 1.8 density of physicians and only 5.8 density of nurses and midwives per 1,000 people. These are the people how struggle every day to get a better life. It’s very difficult to get further in life with limited resources. Majority…show more content… Yes and no. According to U.S. Passports and International Travel, the U.S government has always remained concerned about possible terror attacks on the U.S. Citizens. Those attacks are often take place at restaurants, clubs, hotels, and malls. U.S. citizens should be aware of their surroundings, vigilant about their personal security, only go to legitimate places, carry minimal cash and credit cards, do all activities during the day, it is not recommended that you wear flashy jewelry, it is best to memorize important phone numbers just in case of emergency, and if you’re staying at a hotel, be sure to lock all doors and windows. Any proper traveling documentations such as identification cards, passports, social security card need to be placed in a secure location or any important personal belongings. Crime rates are increasing, people down in Djibouti often hold political demonstrations on the streets, so avoid major gatherings or crowded areas. If you are walking by foot, avoid traveling after dark because the roads are very narrow, there are poor lighting, local driving habits and pedestrians are risky. Majority of the roads lack guardrails which means police have already set up some wire coil that are difficult to see during the night. There are lack of signs, railroad crossings aren’t well showed and indicated. Even though it’s nice to get to places faster and on time, Djibouti’s public transportation is not ideal either. Buses are poorly maintained, bus drivers are erratically driving, and usually packed. Which you are at risk from pit pocketing, getting your belongings stolen. Motor vehicle accidents are the #1 killer of U.S. citizens when traveling in foreign countries. Some of the recommendations for safe transportations is to wear seatbelts at al times and avoid motorcycle rides, do not drink and drive, and avoid unscheduled buses, aircrafts, or any local
