World Country Guide

Food & drink
Water supplies are generally reliable in cities, though it has a high mineral content and can be cloudy. Bottled or filtered water is preferable for these reasons. If travelling in rural areas, drink only bottled water. Milk is pasteurised and dairy products are generally safe for consumption. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables are generally considered safe to eat, although there is some risk of fish tapeworm from freshwater fish. Exercise food and drink hygiene precautions, especially in rural areas.

Other risks
Hepatitis A and B, and diphtheria are present. TB may be a threat. Tick-borne encephalitis occurs in forested areas, and vaccination is strongly advisable.
Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information, consult the Health appendix.

Health care
Health insurance is recommended. Although emergency treatment for foreign tourists is provided free of charge, all other medical services incur a charge.