Europe

Bulgaria

Bulgaria is a moderately developed European nation undergoing significant economic changes. Tourist facilities are widely available although conditions vary, and some facilities may not be up to Western standards. Goods and services taken for granted in other European countries are still not available in many areas of Bulgaria.

CRIME : Petty street crime, much of which is directed against foreigners or others who appear to have money, continues to be a problem. There have been numerous incidents in which tourists have accepted offers of coffee or alcoholic beverages from "friendly people" met by chance at the airport, bus stations, hotels or train stations, and they have been drugged or assaulted and robbed.

MEDICAL FACILITIES: Although Bulgarian physicians are trained to a very high standard, most hospitals and clinics are generally not equipped and maintained at U.S. or Western European levels. Basic medical supplies are widely available, but specialized treatment may not be obtainable. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health services.

In principle no risk for infecious diseases.

Water & food transmitted diseases :

• Hepatitis A
• Giardiasis
• E.coli infection

Other diseases:

• Diphtheria
• Hepatitis B
• HIV

Vaccination recommended:

• Hepatitis A or Immune Globulin
• Hepatitis B or Immune Globulin
• Rabies - if risk for contact with wildor domestic animals
• A booster for tetanus/diphtheria - if not covered which indicates not vaccinated within th last 10 years.

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..
• Use latex condoms for protection against sexually transmitted diseases

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