Health and Safety
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Hypothermia is common among tourists who visit the country unprepared for the climatic conditions. Hypothermia occurs when the body loses heat faster than it can produce it and the core temperature of the body falls. Travellers are advised to wear appropriate clothes. In bad weather, it is essential to wear extra layers of warm clothing; a windproof or waterproof jacket and a woollen or fleece hat and gloves can provide adequate protection against hypothermia.
The medical facilities in Iceland are good and available free to EU nationals with a valid ID card.
Iceland is one of the safest countries, so there is a very small chance of being robbed. However, in Reykjavík, cases of petty thefts are on the rise. Travellers are advised to be alert and not carry any valuables around. Driving on Iceland’s roads can be dangerous, especially during summer when the roads can get slippery.
