Italy

Italy的建議疫苗接種

對於大多數旅行者

甲型肝炎疫苗

Although the risk of hepatitis A in Italy is low, the vaccine is recommended.

乙肝疫苗

Although the risk of hepatitis B in Italy is low, the vaccine is recommended.

對於一些旅行者

麻疹，腮腺炎，風疹（MMR）疫苗

A dose of Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is recommended for infants aged 6 to 11 months.

ick蟲腦炎疫苗

Travellers who plan to visit the regions of Trentino-Alto Adige, Veneto, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Emilia-Romagna, and Puglia during early spring to late autumn and hike or camp in rural or forested areas that provide a habitat for the ticks that carry the virus should consider obtaining this vaccine.

狂犬病疫苗

The rabies vaccination is recommended for those travellers whose activities or work may bring them into contact with bats.

Italy的推薦藥物

目前沒有針對Italy的建議。

Italy要注意的疾病

對於大多數旅行者

Hepatitis A

There is a risk of hepatitis A in this country.

Hepatitis B

There is a risk of hepatitis B in this country.

對於一些旅行者

Leishmaniasis

There is a risk of acquiring Leishmaniasis in this country through sand fly bites, particularly between dusk to dawn. Adventure tourists, outdoor athletes, or humanitarian aid workers are at a higher risk.

Measles

A dose of Measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine is recommended for infants aged 6 to 11 months.

Tuberculosis

Travellers to this country are at risk for tuberculosis if visiting sick friends or family, working in the healthcare field, or having close prolonged contact with an infected person.

Hanta Virus

There is a risk of acquiring Hantavirus in this country through the consumption of food and water contaminated by an infected rodent or through rodent bites.

Tick-Borne Encephalitis

**There is a risk of Tick-Borne Encephalitis in some areas of this country. The main affected regions are Trentino-Alto Adige, Veneto, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Emilia-Romagna, and Puglia. The transmission season varies, however, ticks are most active during early spring to late autumn.**

Rabies

**Although rabies has been reported in bats in Italy, it is considered a low risk for travellers.**

Italy中的安全性

人身安全

Most travellers to Italy do not experience any safety or security risks as the country is generally safe. However, petty crime, such as pick-pocketing, can occur at tourist sites, on public transportation, at night clubs, airports and other public areas. Travellers should ensure their valuables are kept hidden and secure and that their personal belongings are not left unattended. It is advisable not to carry large sums of money or to show signs of affluence, such as wearing expensive clothing or jewellery.

Scams targeting foreigners have been known to occur at gas stations or on trains. Travellers should be wary of people attempting to distract them, since thieves often work in pairs or groups. There have been reports of roadside emergencies, like a flat tire, being staged to persuade drivers to pull over. There have also been reports of railway passengers being offered drugged food or drink and then robbed or assaulted while sleeping. Make sure your railway compartment door is securely locked.

There have been reports of assaults and robberies after being drugged near Rome’s Termini train station, the Coliseum, at bars and cafés in the vicinity of Rome’s Campo de Fiori and Piazza Navona, and at bars or cafés in the center of Florence and Naples. Do not accept any food or drink from strangers as it may be drugged.

Forest fires occur seasonally in Italy, between June-September. Heavy rains and flooding, as well as avalanches may also present risks to the traveller during the winter months. Italy is located in an active seismic zone. Earthquakes can severely damage infrastructure and disrupt travel. Mount Etna, Europe’s most active volcano is located in Sicily and other active volcanoes are also found in Italy. Monitor weather reports closely. If a natural disaster occurs, follow advice and evacuation procedures of local authorities.

It is illegal to purchase counterfeit merchandise. Doing so could subject you to severe fines.

Do not take photos of government and military installations; always seek permission from authorities before doing so.

LGBTI traveller should note that although same-sex sexual activity is legal in Italy, same-sex marriage is not. Avoid public displays of affection due the conservative attitudes of the country.

極端暴力

There is a threat of terrorism in Europe. Terrorists have carried out attacks in several European cities.Terrorist attacks could occur at any time.

政治動盪

Demonstrations occur often. These should be avoided, along with other large public gatherings in the streets as they can sometimes escalate unexpectedly.