Main health risks for Slovakia

Diseases transmitted by insects or animals

Slovakia has been affected by the avian flu epizootic, yet no case of human transmission has been observed.

There are cases of tick-borne encephalitis and Lyme disease in wooded 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.

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

There is no specific risk.