Bulgaria is a moderately developed European nation undergoing significant economic changes. Tourist facilities are widely available although conditions vary, and some facilities may not be up to Western standards. Goods and services taken for granted in other European countries are still not available in many areas of Bulgaria.
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CRIME : Petty street crime, much of which is directed against foreigners or others who appear to have money, continues to be a problem. There have been numerous incidents in which tourists have accepted offers of coffee or alcoholic beverages from "friendly people" met by chance at the airport, bus stations, hotels or train stations, and they have been drugged or assaulted and robbed.
MEDICAL FACILITIES: Although Bulgarian physicians are trained to a very high standard, most hospitals and clinics are generally not equipped and maintained at U.S. or Western European levels. Basic medical supplies are widely available, but specialized treatment may not be obtainable. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health services.
In principle no risk for infectious diseases.
Water & food transmitted diseases :
Other diseases:
Vaccination recommended:
Prevent illness by:
Reciprocal health: A reciprocal health agreement for urgent medical treatment exists with the United Kingdom. In order to obtain treatment some proof of United Kingdom residence will be required. Further details are available from the Department of Health International Relations Unit, Room 518, Richmond House, 79 Whitehall, London, SW1A 2NS.
Compulsory vaccinations: none.
Recommended immunizations: *diphtheria, hepatitis A, *hepatitis B, polio, *TB, tetanus, *tick-borne encephalitis, *typhoid * recommended in some circumstances, travellers making 3 or more visits per year, stays of more than 3 months in a rural area, high-risk occupational groups & backpackers staying more than 1 month.
Risks: rabies.
Blood transfusion & tissue transplantation risk according to UK BTS:
Yellow fever vaccination requirements and recommendations and malaria situation in Bulgaria.
Food and Water Safety
HIV Risk
Check travelers health risks by CDC before, after and while traveling to Bulgaria and prevention before arrival at Bulgaria.
Travel data, health safety, warnings and recommendations for Canadian who willing to visit Bulgaria.