Europe

Belarus

Economic and political reform in Belarus has stalled or reversed under the current authoritarian government. Human rights are regularly abused by the Belarusian authorities. Tourist facilities are not highly developed, and many of the goods and services taken for granted in other countries are not readily available. Localized street disturbances relating to political events may occur without warning, most frequently in Minsk, the capital. Bystanders, including foreign nationals, face the possibility of arrest, beating, and detention.

CRIME : Belarus has a moderate rate of crime, and common street crime continues to increase, especially at night and in or near hotels frequented by foreigners. Foreigners, and particularly foreign cars, tend to be targets of crime. Travellers should keep a copy of their passport in a separate location from their original passport.

MEDICAL FACILITIES: Medical care in Belarus is limited. There is a severe shortage of basic medical supplies, including anesthetics, vaccines and antibiotics. Elderly travellers and those with existing health problems may be at risk due to inadequate medical facilities.

In principle no risk for infecious diseases.

• Hepatitis A
• Giardiasis
• E.coli infection

Other diseases:

• Diphtheria
• Hepatitis B
• Tick-borne encephalitis forest areas from April to August.
• HIV

Vaccination recommended:

• Hepatitis A or Immune Globulin
• Hepatitis B or Immune Globulin
• Rabies - if risk for contact with wildor domestic animals
• A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travellers over 1 year of age entering from infected areas
• A booster for tetanus/diphtheria - if not covered which indicates not vaccinated within th last 10 years.
• Tick-borne encephalitis when visiting forest areas from April to August.

Prevent illness by:

• Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water.
• Drink only water from cans or boiled water
• Avoid using ice or drinking untreated water
• Wash and/or peel all raw vegetables and fruits before eating.
• Use uncontaminated water to wash all food that is to be eaten raw.
• Avoid eating uncooked foods
• Traffic accidents are the most common cause of injuries so be careful
• Avoid travelling at night and use safety belts when available .
• Use latex condoms for protection against sexually transmitted diseases

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