Europe

Czech Republic

The Czech Republic is a rapidly developing European nation undergoing profound economic and social change. Tourist facilities, particularly those found in the capital, Prague, are quickly approaching the level of those found in most Western European countries. Outside Prague, these facilities are not as developed, and some goods and services taken for granted in other European countries may not yet be available.

CRIME: The Czech Republic has a low rate of violent crime.

MEDICAL FACILITIES: Medical facilities are available but may be limited, particularly in remote areas. Doctors and hospitals often expect cash payment for health services.

Arthropod borne diseases:

Tick-borne encephalitis

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
• Tick-borne encephalitis if visiting forest areas from April to August
• 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
• 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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