Main health risks for Hungary

Diseases transmitted by insects or animals

Hungary has been hit by the avian flu epizootic.

Several cases of tick-borne encephalitis have been identified in Hungary, as in the rest of Central Europe (Austria and Southern Germany included). There are also cases of Lyme disease in rural areas. The former is an infection of central nervous system and may cause long-lasting or permanent neuropsychiatric relapses (10-20% of infected patients). The latter is an infection that includes a characteristic rash, fever, arthritis and may cause neurological manifestations such as facial palsy.

There are cases of animal rabies in the country, but they remain rare.

Diseases transmitted by food, water or through the environment

There is no specific risk.

Diseases transmitted by contact with infected people

There are no specific risks.