Croatia : Travel Health

WARNING! This information is out-dated and likely to be inaccurate!

Researching Travel Plans

Please note that this health information about Croatia may be out-of-date. Always research the current health conditions and issues in any region you plan to visit prior to departure.

Infectious Diseases and Medical Concerns for Croatia

The following medical diseases or health concerns are more common in travel to Croatia (compared to the USA and other areas of the Western World):

More Common Diseases and Medical Concerns for Croatia

The following health concerns or diseases are more commonly found in Croatia compared to the USA and other areas of the Western World:

motor vehicle trauma - wear seatbelts and avoid night driving

Uncommon or Rare Diseases and Medical Concerns for Croatia

These medical diseases or health concerns are uncommon or rare in Croatia:

yellow fever - no risk although vaccination certificate may be required if coming from an infected area
malaria

Vaccinations for Travel to Croatia

The following medical vaccinations are desirable or helpful for travel to Croatia to prevent contagious diseases in Croatia:

hepatitis A - or immune globulin (IG)
hepatitis B - If you might be exposed to blood (for example, health-care workers), have sexual contact with the local population, stay longer than 6 months, or be exposed through medical treatment.
rabies - if you might be exposed to wild or domestic animals through your work or recreation
typhoid
tetanus - booster dose as needed
diphtheria - booster dose as needed
measles - booster dose as needed
polio

Preventions or Health Precautions for Travel to Croatia

Any health risk of travel to Croatia may be reduced by the following precautionary health measures when visiting Croatia:

high rate of motor vehicle trauma - avoid night driving and wear seatbelts
mosquito bite prevention
insect bite protection
avoid drinking non-treated water - only drink bottled or canned water
eat only thoroughly cooked food or fruits and vegetables you have peeled yourself
keep feet clean and dry - help prevent parasitic infections
do not go barefoot - help prevent parasitic infections
always use latex condoms to reduce the risk of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases
don't eat food purchased from street vendors
don't drink beverages with ice
don't share needles with anyone
don't handle animals (especially monkeys/dogs/cats) - to avoid bites and serious diseases (including rabies and plague - risk for travelers is small)
don't swim in fresh water. Salt water is usually safer
use sunblock and take sunglasses and a hat
Earthquakes may occur - take care and heed local precautions