Title: Required shots for Ukraine Post by: raenman on January 17, 2004, 05:00:00 AM I was wondering(2 weeks before my trip) if there is any required or recomended shots for entry into Ukraine? Also, do they still require proof or purchase of Medical Insurance upon entry?Thanx,Raenman
Title: This is what I got... Post by: John K on January 19, 2004, 05:00:00 AM ... in response to Required shots for Ukraine, posted by raenman on Jan 17, 2004
Before my first trip, I went to the immunologist to get my vaccinations. This is what he whacked me with, to the best of my memory... Cholera I think there were a few more, but those are the ones that stick out. He also gave me some Cipreo antibiotics, in case I caught a case of Ukrainian revenge, which I did. Knocked it out quickly enough. Hep A is important, as you plan to eat the food. Hep B is important if you plan on doing more than just talking with the locals... As far as medical insurance or them checking your shot records go, don't sweat it. They haven't checked me since my first trip over in '99. Every year since, they haven't even manned the insurance booth. Besides, you should have an insurance policy that allows for immediate evacuation of the country, in case of serious illness or injury. No offense, but a lot of "doctors" over there buy their medical degree... If you're heading over, I suggest you bring along a few personal health items, to wit: * Your favorite head cold medicine: (I use Actifed Allergy, with Epiniphrine) Best of luck... Title: Re: Required shots for Ukraine Post by: romachko on January 18, 2004, 05:00:00 AM ... in response to Required shots for Ukraine, posted by raenman on Jan 17, 2004
In my four visits to Ukraine I never purchased insurance there because my tour book said that you would end up paying out of your pocket any way in case of illness. Once I purchased a med policy in the U.S. before going there. I would suggest that you have some extra cash just in case of emergency. There is no required shots. I never drank water there. I always boiled water even to brush my teeth and used mineralnaya vada for drinking. Title: Re: Required shots for Ukraine Post by: FLASH2D on January 17, 2004, 05:00:00 AM ... in response to Required shots for Ukraine, posted by raenman on Jan 17, 2004
raen, no partner. your free to go. see if your insurance will cover you while your overseas if you tend to get ill easily. otherwise, as long as you have passport in hand and some spending money, you'll have a great time. where will you be, kiev? |