Inoculation regulations can change at short notice. Please take medical advice in the case of doubt.

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Vaccination against typhoid is advised.

Food & drink
Mains water is normally chlorinated, and whilst relatively safe, may cause abdominal upsets; visitors are thus advised to drink bottled water. 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
Hepatitis A, hepatitis C and tuberculosis occur and hepatitis B is endemic. Rare West Nile Fever outbreaks have been reported in the southeast. Brucellosis occurs sporadically although risk to the traveller is low. Stray dogs may carry African Typhus disease. Ensure booster vaccinations for tetanus-diphtheria and measles are up-to-date.
Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. Stray dogs in Romania are also reported to carry the tick-borne African Typhus disease. Those most at risk are the elderly, the young and the infirm.
For more information, see the Health appendix.

Note
EU experts have confirmed that the Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) virus has been detected in tests on birds in the Danube Delta. The Romanian authorities have taken measures to prevent an outbreak. The risk to Avian Influenza is believed to be very low, provided you avoid visiting live animal markets, poultry farms and other places where you may come into close contact with domestic, caged or wild birds; ensure poultry and egg dishes are thoroughly cooked.

Medical facilities in Romania are poor and there is a serious shortage of basic medical supplies and qualified personnel. Nationals of countries who do not have a reciprocal health agreement with Romania are expected to pay immediate cash for health services. Health insurance is strongly advised.