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Posted 3/12/2015 8:12 PM (GMT 0)
I'm thiking of spending a week in Cuba. I was womdering. Dealing with third World
developing nations, I'm thinking aren't thesy very good in medical matters? eyes
Posted 3/12/2015 8:28 PM (GMT 0)
I don't think it is quite 3rd world, unless you head off the map. They actually send lots of Dr to Venezuela and other countries.

But, you should bring meds with you, and don't expect a lot form pharmacies w/o domestic prescription. You might look up details on hospitals and clinics near where you stay.
Posted 3/12/2015 8:29 PM (GMT 0)
It's actually much better in Cuba than it is here. Many go there for affordable treatments and medications in the form of medical tourism.

I would say the profit motive in the US compromises health care, as pharmaceutical companies collude with doctors and give kickbacks to push out medications.

I think you will be fine. Have a wonderful trip. I probably wouldn't leave there if I went.
Posted 3/12/2015 8:50 PM (GMT 0)
Cuba has a model health care system and is amongst the best in the world; certainly better than the States. I believe Michael Moore did a segment on this in a movie a while ago. Not sure how it works for visitors, but if you need it in an emergency, the care you will receive will be excellent
Posted 3/13/2015 1:15 AM (GMT 0)
I've only been to Cuba once, but was pleasantly surprised by the services (doctor available at the resort I was staying at) and the cleanliness of the facilities (read:bathrooms). However, and this is a big one, I noticed on several occasions very poor food handling techniques(I.e., using same grill utensil on raw shrimp then immediately serving a cooked burger with them). I also struggled with food selection, lots of deep fried and lots of garlic etc. Not sure how you are with food restrictions etc. but wanted to give you a heads up. Enjoy the trip :-)
Posted 3/13/2015 10:57 AM (GMT 0)
I have been going to Cuba every year for a long time (sometimes twice year) and I have no worries about medical care. Most resorts have 24 medical service. Last year I went twice, while I was in a flare, to get some rest and away from the stress. I had no problem at all.

about the food well just go and read review of hotels to find out which one have the best food. In general Cuba is not known for its super good cuisine but there are good food. If you need any recommendations let me know I can recommend some places.

One more thing I would say is that Cuba is one place I don't worry about the water they serve me. It's always bottled water.

Hope you have a nice vaction,
Posted 3/13/2015 8:12 PM (GMT 0)
Thanx,
Great to hear good expirences in Cuba. what I'm concerened is I'm in a wheelchair, but there's no ADA in Cuba and I hear it may be a challehge!
Posted 3/13/2015 8:20 PM (GMT 0)
well, that is a different question. I would google around for 1st had reports, and not good hotels and options.

For example, www.globalaccessnews.com/cuba97.htm
Posted 3/13/2015 8:49 PM (GMT 0)
I was at the Royalton Hicacos in Varadero in September. Very nice resort with a perfect layout if you are in a wheel chair. There are ramps every where there are stairs and there is an elevators to go to the second floor where the buffet and restaurants are. I saw a couple persons in wheel chair and thet seemed to be repeated guests that must mean they found the resort well laid out.

It's a little expensive compare to some other resort but I fell it was worth it.
http://www.tripadvisor.ca/Hotel_Review-g147275-d270082-Reviews-or10-Royalton_Hicacos_Varadero_Resort_Spa-Varadero_Matanzas_Province_Cuba.html

In Holguin I have also been to Playa Pesquero. And as I recall the layout of the resort would be ADA. Maybe, the layout is not as nice as the royal Hicacos ? I can't recall as good as the Royalton as it was 2 years ago. It's a little less expensive than the Royalton but still very nice. The staf was great at both places.

I'm curious why Cuba ? On my part it's realy for its peace, quit, safety and very nice people.

I'm active on a travel forum and as Cuba is a country much visited by Fench Canadian a lost of people know Cuba very well on that forum. I can gather a list of ADA adapted resorts in Cuba. There aren't many but there are some other than the one I just listed. Then you will have some places to go if you ever decide to.

Post Edited (Chantrelle99) : 3/13/2015 3:06:44 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 3/13/2015 11:03 PM (GMT 0)
I have been to Cuba with my family, and whilst we all enjoyed ourselves immensely we noticed a distinct lack of good food in the capital Havana, and the supermarkets were much the same, frighteningly empty of fresh food (I have never forgotten it) so unless you are staying at a well catered for resort like Chantrelle has mentioned you might find some of the cafes and bars somewhat lacking, it depends on what is important to you, we just wanted to soak up the culture and so it was not such a big deal.

I have no clue as to what it is like regarding hospitals etc.
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