Advised to drink tap water only after many falling ill from bottled drinks

Health authorities in Zagreb, Croatia have withdrawn bottled drinks from restaurants and shops after reposrt of many people falling sick and/or suffering throat injuries from suspected drinks. It is recommended to only drink tap water while the investigation is undertaken. Read more

Advice for travellers

Food poisoning, a type of foodborne illness, is a sickness people get from something they ate or drank. The causes are germs or other harmful things in the food or beverage.

Symptoms of food poisoning often include upset stomach, diarrhea and vomiting. Symptoms usually start within hours or several days of eating the food. Most people have mild illness and get better without treatment.

Before you travel, call Travelvax Australia’s telephone advisory service on 1300 360 164 (toll-free from landlines) for country-specific advice and information. You can also make an appointment at your nearest Travelvax clinic to obtain vaccinations, medication to prevent or treat illness, and accessories for your journey.