Health

Nothing is more disappointing than having your holiday ruined because you have to abort your trip or spend most of it in a bed or hospital due to an illness or injury. With the right preparations, you can decrease the risk of such things happening to a minimum. If you have any doubts about your health situation or required special precautions and the quality of medical service inside the country you're traveling to, always contact your doctor before departure.

Infectious diseases

Here is a list of some common infectious diseases. By clicking on a link you will find more information and a list of countries where an increased risk exists. If you're looking for a complete overview for the country you will be traveling to, look up your country and click on 'practical information'.

• Bilharzia
• Cholera
• Diphtheria
• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• Malaria
• Polio
• Tetanus
• Typhoid fever
• Yellow fever