Serbia
Healthcare in Serbia
Serbian healthcare has been severely under-funded for many years and consequently, the standard of healthcare available is of poor quality.
Serbian Orthodox Easter
The 46-day Lenten fast for Serbians and other Orthodox Christians is strict. Western Christians, for whom Sundays are exempt, fast for 40 days unlike Orthodox Christians who also fast on the six Sundays in Lent.
Serbia travel advice
On 17 February 2008 the Government of Kosovo declared independence from Serbia. The overall security situation in Serbia remains calm, though there is an increased risk of sporadic incidents and a high likelihood of political protests.