Croatia
Croatia (krō-ā′shə)
Croatia (pronounced as /krō-ā′shə/), officially known as the Republic of Croatia, is a country located in Central Europe and the Mediterranean. The etymology of the name "Croatia" derives from Medieval Latin Croātia, itself a derivation of the native ethnonym of Croats.
History
Croatia has a rich history dating back to the Prehistoric times. The area known as modern-day Croatia was inhabited during the Neolithic period. It was part of the Roman Empire before it evolved into the kingdoms of Croatia and Slavonia.
Geography
Croatia is located in the southeastern part of Europe, bordering the Adriatic Sea. It is bordered by Slovenia and Hungary to the north, Serbia to the east, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro to the southeast, and shares a maritime border with Italy.
Health Care System
Croatia has a universal health care system that provides high-quality medical services to all citizens of the country. The health care system is funded by mandatory health insurance contributions.
Notable Diseases
Croatia has a low prevalence of infectious diseases. However, non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and diabetes are the leading causes of death.
Medical Education
Medical education in Croatia is provided by several accredited medical schools, including the University of Zagreb School of Medicine, the University of Split School of Medicine, and the University of Osijek School of Medicine.
Medical Research
Croatia is home to several research institutions that conduct medical research, including the Rudjer Boskovic Institute and the Mediterranean Institute for Life Sciences.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Croatia
- Wikipedia's article - Croatia
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