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The standard of medical care in Moldova is below that available in the UK. Non Russian/Romanian speakers may encounter difficulties in a medical emergency. The Embassy has details of English-speaking doctors.

We advise you to drink bottled water, as Moldovan tap water may cause visitors to become ill.

In the 2008 Report on the Global AIDS Epidemic the UNAIDS/WHO Working Group estimated that around 8,800 adults aged 15 or over in Moldova were living with HIV; the prevalence rate was estimated at around 0.4% of the adult population. This compares to the prevalence rate in adults in the UK of around 0.2%.  You should exercise normal precautions to avoid exposure to HIV/AIDS. For more general information on how to do this see HIV and AIDS.

You should seek medical advice before travelling to Moldova and ensure that all appropriate vaccinations are up-to-date.  For further information on vaccination requirements, health outbreaks and general disease protection and prevention you should visit the websites of the NaTHNaC and NHS Scotland's Fit For Travel or call NHS Direct on 0845 46 47.

For more general health information see Travel Health. 
 

Avian Influenza (Bird Flu)

There have been no reported cases of Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) in Moldova during the current series of outbreaks.  But the World Health Organisation has confirmed cases elsewhere in the region.

 

You should read this advice in conjunction with Avian and Pandemic Influenza, which gives more detailed advice and information.

Swine Flu

Several deaths from the H1N1 virus - Swine Flu - have been reported in Moldova and an increasing number of non-fatal cases have been confirmed. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has raised its pandemic threat alert Phase to Level 6. The WHO website has further details. You should also monitor local media reports for any developments and advice. See our swine flu page. Guidance on Pandemic Flu can be obtained on the UK Department of Health website.