If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information, see the Health appendix. Hepatitis A may occur. Tularaemia has been reported recently in the Kosovo area and travellers are advised to boil all water and be cautious about food preparation. Many medicines and basic medical supplies are often unavailable.
Hospitals usually require payment in hard currency.
Prescribed medicines must be paid for. Health insurance with emergency repatriation is essential. Visitors may be asked to pay first and seek reimbursement later.