Main health risks for Latvia

Diseases transmitted by insects or animals

There are cases of tick-borne encephalitis. It is an infection of central nervous system and may cause long-lasting or permanent neuropsychiatric relapses (10-20% of infected patients).

There are cases of animal rabies in the country.

Diseases transmitted by food, water or through the environment

Diarrheic diseases are frequent among travelers who do not take precautions.

Diseases transmitted by contact with infected people

The rapid spreading of AIDS, linked with the progress of drug addiction, is becoming a major concern for health authorities. According to UNAIDS, the HIV prevalence among adult population (15-49) is seizable (1%).