Special Precautions |
Certificate Required? |
| Yellow Fever |
No |
No |
| Cholera |
No |
No |
| Typhoid and Polio |
1 |
N/A |
| Malaria |
No |
N/A |
Vaccination against typhoid is advised.
Food & drink
Mains water is considered safe and drinkable. However, bottled water is available and is advised for the first few weeks of the stay. Milk is pasteurized and dairy products are safe for consumption. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables are generally considered safe to eat.
Other risks
Hepatitis A occurs. Tick-borne encephalitis is present in forested areas. Walkers and campers should take precautions against tick bites by wearing long trousers. Vaccination is advisable. Immunization against hepatitis B, diphtheria and tuberculosis is sometimes advised.
Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay.
Health care
There is a reciprocal health agreement with the UK, allowing free hospital and other medical treatment and some free dental treatment to those presenting a UK passport. Prescribed medicines must be paid for.
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