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Post Report of the Day

Vienna, Austria

Are there any particular health concerns? What is the quality of available medical care? What medical conditions typically require medical evacuation?

Quality of healthcare has been good in my experience. I don't think you would need to be medically evacuated from here.

Is this a good city for single people? For couples? For families? Why or why not?

Vienna is not the most kid-friendly city. But there are families here and there seem to be enough services for them. It's great for couples. I think it would be good for single people too....