Health & safety
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Dangers & annoyances
Dili is no Potemkin village, as the many burnt-out buildings and refugee camps attest. But the reality is actually not as bad as first impressions suggest. Take care at night, avoid demonstrations and steer clear of areas south of the airport road, which are known for rock throwing.
While you're there
Medical services
Medical services in East Timor are limited; serious cases may require evacuation to Darwin. Your embassy may have information on a number of options available among the local NGOs and UN.
Australian embassy (332 2111; www.easttimor.embassy.gov.au; Avenida dos Mártires da Pátria) You can make an appointment with a physician here.
Dili Nacional Hospital (331 1008; Rua Cicade Viana do Castelo) A cadre of Western volunteers assists locals at this busy place just east of Estrada de Bidau.
Foho Osan Mean Farmacia (725 6978; Rua Quinze de Outubro; 8am-9pm Mon-Sat, 8am-1pm Sun) Offers simple consultations and a full range of pharmaceuticals.
Dili
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Practical information
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