While most of your time in DayZ is spent surviving other players, with the occasional zombie thrown in for good measure, other hidden killers roam the world. The various illnesses, viruses, and diseases in DayZ can creep up on you, entering your system through a contaminated water bottle, and lead to severe, debilitating symptoms that, without the proper care, lead to an untimely death. Here are all the diseases and cures in DayZ to ensure you can make it to NWAF!
Medical Items That Cure Diseases in DayZ
Numerous medical items are scattered throughout DayZ, all treating different ailments.
These are, of course, only the vanilla medical items. On modded DayZ servers, you’re bound to find more complex illnesses, injuries, and medical treatment options.
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Of this comprehensive list of cures in DayZ, you’ll want to focus efforts on Bandages and Tetracycline Pills. The former will heal cuts and open wounds, while the latter will heal most invisible diseases and sicknesses.
All Diseases and Treatments in DayZ
How to Avoid Disease in DayZ
It’s possible to avoid most illnesses and diseases in DayZ by taking proper precautions and avoiding interacting with sick players.
While there is plenty that will kill you in Chernarus, illness, and disease can frequently be completely preventable with the proper steps and precautions.
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Brandon Morgan
Brandon began writing in 2012, for websites such as OnlySP, before transitioning to digital marketing in 2016 to learn the ins and outs of SEO. In mid-2023, Brandon returned to write strategy guides for Prima Games, IGN, DualShockers, and more, with a focus on ARPGs, RPGs, and Survival games. His past coverage includes Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, Starfield, Skull and Bones, and many more!
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