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Health

 Special PrecautionsCertificate Required
Yellow FeverNoNo
CholeraNoNo
Typhoid and Polio1N/A
MalariaNoN/A


1: It is sometimes advised to get immunisation against typhoid and poliomyelitis.

Food & drink: Mains water is normally chlorinated, and whilst relatively safe, can cause mild abdominal upsets. Some travellers may prefer to drink bottled water for the first few weeks of their stay. Milk is pasteurised and dairy products are safe for consumption. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables are considered safe to eat.

Other risks: Hepatitis B is endemic. Tick-borne encephalitis exists. Immunisation against hepatitis A, diphtheria and tuberculosis is sometimes recommended. Bacillary dysentery and typhoid fever are common, especially in summer.
Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For further information consult the Health appendix.


Health care: There is a reciprocal health agreement with the UK. On production of a UK passport and an NHS medical card, hospital and other medical and dental care will normally be provided free of charge; prescribed medicines must be paid for. Basic medical supplies are widely available, but specialised treatments may not be.


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