General
In summer, sunburn and sunstroke are
generally real risks as Italy does
receive some strong rays. It is
advisable that you cover yourself up
with long sleeves or loose jacket,
hat and sunshades when going
outdoor. Sunblock with high SPF and
broad spectrum should be used, and
you should always keep your body
hydrated by drinking plenty of
liquid.
Pharmacy
An Italian pharmacist (farmacia) is
well qualified to give advice on
minor ailments and to dispense
prescriptions. They generally speak
good English, and if you stay in the
bigger towns or cities there's
usually one which is opened 24-hour
a day. For repeat medication, take
any empty bottles or capsules with
you so the pharmacist can find you
the right medicine or the closest
equivalent.
Safety
Owing to Hollywood movies which are
often saturated with stereotypical
exaggerations, many foreigners have
envisioned Italy to be replete with
organized crimes and mafia gangs
while in fact this is a relatively
crime-free country. For a record,
Italy reports much less violent
crimes or crimes associated with
alcohol-inducement than many other
developed countries, and there have
hardly been crimes directed at
tourists except perhaps car thefts
and pickpockets. These minor
offenses are easily avoidable if you
take precaution not to leave any
valuables in the car, always make
sure all of your doors are locked
when driving or leaving the car, and
always safeguard your items or leave
them at the hotel's
safe.
Emergency numbers
| Emergency
Service |
112 |
| Fire
Department/Ambulance |
115 |
| Medical
Emergencies |
118 |
|
Safety and Health 
