The government provided health care facilities are of a standard now and better than the era of military dictatorship. There are inadequate supply of drugs, equipment, materials and even electricity. It is advisable to take a sufficient supply of drugs or medication to meet personal needs. However, there are some adequate private facilities where the standards approach those of Europe. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health services. There is no reciprocal health agreement with the UK or other Western Nations. Medical insurance is essential. There exist Medical Evacuation Programs for wealthy citizens, who are given immediate health attention and evacuation to the UK and other Western nations at a time of health situations.
The best bet to register with a good hospital at your time of arrival here and ensure that you go for medical check-ups; keep available the functional telephone lines of the clinic. Check our City Guide for hospitals that can be located with Port Harcourt city and its environs. Click here

Buy only bottled water and there are good table water products available. Water used for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice should have first been boiled or otherwise sterilized. Milk is unpasteurised and should be boiled. Powdered or tinned milk is available and is advised. Avoid dairy products which are likely to have been made from unpasteurised milk. Only eat well-cooked meat and fish, preferably served hot. Vegetables should be cooked and fruit peeled.

Other Risks
Vaccinations against meningococcal meningitis, tuberculosis Diphtheria, Malaria, Tetanus, Typhoid, Yellow Fever, and hepatitis B are sometimes recommended. Take Preventive measures.

When traveling to Nigeria, an international vaccination certificate against yellow fever (10 years) is required. Cholera (6 months) is also required if coming from an infected area. Anti-malaria prophylaxis and TB inoculation
are recommended.
Private clinics are found even in the smallest towns. In major cities, private hospitals offer good facilities. As in many countries, costs for medical services or hospital care must be shouldered by the traveler. There are government hospitals throughout the country, but apart from emergencies, the hospitals are more geared to serving the local population.
Pharmacy and Chemist shops abound in Nigeria, even in supermarkets drugs are sold both with and without prescription.