Summertime is holiday time

However, insect-borne diseases can also lurk in popular holiday destinations.

But don't let this put you off! With a little knowledge, you can reduce your risk.

Austria

Attention Danger of ticks!  In Austria, you can become infected with Lyme disease or TBE while hiking or camping.

Croatia

Attention Ticks in northern Croatia! 

Vaccination recommended: Hiking in the north of Croatia? Then vaccinate against TBE!

Tick protection: Wear long clothing and check for ticks after every outing.

Italy

Attention Mosquitoes: Dengue fever

Vaccination is currently not possible, Mosquito repellent but important:

Long clothing, Mosquito nets, Mosquito repellent

Also protects against other mosquito-borne diseases.

Greece

West Nile fever possible through mosquito bites.

There is no vaccination against West Nile fever. You can only protect yourself against mosquito bites: Use mosquito repellent, wear long clothing and be especially careful at dawn and dusk!

Turkey

Attention Rabies!

Avoid contact with stray dogs and cats. The disease can be caused by Bites and is almost always fatal.

Vaccination recommended:   For travelling to Turkey the rabies vaccination is recommended, especially for Children and "pet lovers".

Federal Ministry: Travel & Services (https://www.bmeia.gv.at/reise-services/laender-a-bis-z)
AGES: AGES radar for infectious diseases (https://www.ages.at/mensch/krankheit/ages-radar-fuer-infektionskrankheiten)

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