Germany
Good quality dental care is available in Germany
Medication is available via pharmacies throughout Germany
Blood supplies are considered safe and screened to international standards
Good medical care is widely available. Doctors and hospitals may expect immediate payment in cash for health services from tourists and persons with no permanent address in Germany. Most doctors, hospitals and pharmacies do not accept credit cards.
Recent medical and dental exams should ensure that the traveler is in good health. Carry appropriate health and accident insurance documents and copies of any important medical records. Bring an adequate supply of all prescription and other medications as well as any necessary personal hygiene items, including a spare pair of eyeglasses or contact lenses if necessary.
Hikers should take protective measures against ticks.
All routine vaccines (such as DTP or Td, Hib, MMR, polio, varicella, influenza and pneumococcal) should be kept up-to-date as a matter of good health practice unrelated to travel.
The incidence of communicable diseases in most areas is such that they are unlikely to prove a hazard to the international traveler greater than that found in his own country. There are, of course, health risks, but in most areas the precautions required are minimal.
High levels of immunization coverage have reduced the incidence of diseases such as measles and diphtheria. Influenza risk extends from November to April.
Rabies is prevalent in wild animals, especially foxes, in rural areas. Lyme disease occurs.
AIDS: According to the Department of State, testing is required for applicants staying over 180 days in Bavaria. This requirement is for Bavaria only. Foreign test results are not accepted. Contact Germany's embassy for details.
