Medical facilities widely available. Citizens of some countries covered by special agreements which entitle them to reduced costs for medical care. Supplemental medical insurance with specific overseas coverage has proved to be useful. Information on health from Centers for Disease Control hotline. Violent crime relatively uncommon.
Most crimes involve theft of personal property in public areas or burglary of vacant residences.
Major credit cards widely accepted. Winters bitterly cold, especially in north. 3-phase AC, 50Hz. 2-pin continental plugs are used. To use US purchased electrical equipment, bring converter and adapter.