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Dangers & annoyances
The Mercado Ver-o-Peso is a prime place to get pickpocketed – this shouldn’t prevent you from going, but do take care. As always, consider taking cabs at night.
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Medical services
Airport health post (8am-noon & 2-6pm Mon-Fri) Provides free yellow-fever vaccinations.
Hospital Adventista de Belém (3246 8686, 0800 91 0022; Av Almirante Barroso 1758) One of the better private hospitals.
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