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Slovenia health care and vaccinations

Vaccination identifier Special precautions
Diphtheria

No
Hepatitis A

Sometimes
Malaria

No
Rabies

Sometimes
Tetanus

Yes
Typhoid

Sometimes
Yellow Fever

No

The EHIC (European Health Insurance Card) gives European residents access to state-provided medical treatment, but comprehensive travel insurance is advised. For more information contact the Health Insurance Institute of Slovenia (ZZZS) (www.zzzs.si).

Food and drink: 

Mains water is considered safe and drinkable. However, bottled water is available and is advised for the first few weeks of the stay. Milk is pasteurised and dairy products are safe for consumption. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables are generally considered safe to eat.

Other risks: 

Tick-borne encephalitis is present in forests. Walkers should take precautions against tick bites. Vaccination is advisable. Immunisation against hepatitis B, diphtheria and tuberculosis is sometimes advised. Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek immediate medical advice.

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