Norway Health Care and Vaccinations
| Title | Special precautions |
|---|---|
| Malaria | No |
| Hepatitis A | No |
| Tetanus | Yes |
| Diphtheria | No |
| Rabies | No |
| Yellow Fever | No |
| Typhoid | No |
Health Care
Travel insurance is advised for all visitors. In some medical cases, if you are European, you might be able to receive free treatment if you can show proof of a valid European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) obtained in your country of origin.
The overall standards of healthcare in Norway are excellent. Hospitals and surgeries are well equipped and staff are proficient. In pharmacies, over-the-counter advice is given and standard medicines are sold.
Food and Drink
Food in Norway is safe to eat although care should be taken when purchasing food from unlicensed/roadside stalls. Norwegian tap water is safe to drink, although drinking from fjords, streams and rivers – however clean they look – isn’t recommended as even the most inviting-looking water can harbour parasites. Water that has been boiled or treated with iodine or chlorine tablets is usually safe to drink.
Other Risks
Vaccination for tick-borne encephalitis is sometimes recommended.
