Johannesburg - Post Report Question and Answers

Are there any particular health concerns? What is the quality of available medical care? What medical conditions typically require medical evacuation?

Medical care is top notch, some of the best in the world, as long as you're paying for it. - Jun 2022


This is a medical evacuation destination, as medical care is excellent. Many expat women have babies locally, people have minor or emergency surgery, get follow-up care, etc. The only health concern is some altitude (about 5-6000 ft) and very dry air. - Apr 2017


Good health care, but do your hospital research before hand. - Sep 2016


HIV/AIDS is a big deal here, but w/responsible behavior it should not impact your life. Private medical care is good and SA is used as a medical evacuation site for the rest of Africa. - Aug 2011


Dry air is a pain in the winter, but other than that not too bad. Private health care is good. - Jul 2010


Great medical care. No worries there. - Oct 2009


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