By Sigrid Salucop
Brazil,
much like what happened to Argentina, became a popular medical tourism
destination when the Real went down against the American Dollar. Its low cost
healthcare apart of course from its beautiful rain forests and white beaches
proved to be quite alluring for many Americans.
Internationally known as a
cosmetic surgery hotspot, Brazil is the destination of the rich and famous in
order for them to get the makeover they want.
There
are medical travel hospitals in Brazil and much like hospitals in neighboring
countries, these hospitals are accredited by the JCI. Some are even accredited
by the JCAHO.
The
idea of traveling to this rather populous Latin American country can be
daunting but if you really want to get that makeover over and done with, flying
to one of its most famous cities –Porto Alegre is a fine idea. And if you have
the time once you have recovered, you will be able to experience its exciting
nightclubs as well as famous barbecues in many of its restaurants.
The Language
If you do not speak Portuguese, it is best to
bring a dictionary with you but you would only be using this when you are out
and about in the town or in the Brazilian countryside because the doctors speak
fluent English. Brazil is the only Portuguese-speaking country in Latin America
and it has no regional dialects.
Climate
If you are thinking of getting a tummy tuck abroad,
you can go to Brazil during the summertime (from December to February).
The humidity can be stifling though especially if you plan to go farther south.
Winter on the other hand is expected from June to the end of August. Rain
showers are frequent in this Latin American country given its tropical climate
but you don’t have to worry about this because heavy rainfall only occurs for a
few months each year.
Emergency Telephone Numbers
Ambulance : 192
Police : 190
Fire : 193
US Embassy, Brasilia (61) 3312-7000
Photos via etftrends.com, tropical-rainforest-animals.com, unique-southamerica-travel-experience.com
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