The World Health Organization considers Cyprus to be one of the healthiest areas of the Mediterranean. Medical care is available at a combination of government hospitals and private clinics. Many of the private-sector doctors have been trained in the United Kingdom or the United States. While fees are generally lower than those in the U.S., medical supplies are often more expensive. Communicable diseases such as typhoid are rare.
Allergies are commonplace due to the dry and dusty climate.
U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States. U.S. Medicare and Medicaid programs do not provide payment for medical services outside the United States. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health services. Uninsured travelers who require medical care overseas may face extreme difficulties. Please check with your own insurance company to confirm whether your policy applies overseas, including provision for medical evacuation, and for adequacy of coverage.