Risk / Health Info for Belarus

Make sure your routine vaccinations are up to date before travelling to Belarus. Finding local supplies of certain medicines cannot be guaranteed. While a small percentage of food (such as foraged mushrooms and some dairy and fruit) may have high levels of radiation because of Chernobyl, the risk of radioactive contamination is limited. Bottled water is safer than tap or well water. Medical care in Belarus is limited and not up to Canadian standards. It is highly recommended that you purchase travel medical insurance before you leave Canada because provincial or territorial health plans may not cover medical costs while you’re in Belarus. Contact your provincial or territorial health authority for more information.