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At a minimum, the following vaccinations are recommended for travel in South America: Routine vaccinations such as measles, mumps, rubella, polio, tetanus, diphtheria, whooping cough. Hepatitis A. Typhoid.
- What vaccines do I need to travel to Central America?
- What vaccinations do I need for Europe?
- What vaccinations do I need for different countries?
- How long is cholera vaccine good for?
- Is a typhoid vaccine really necessary?
- Should I get a flu shot before traveling to Europe?
- Do you need shots to go overseas?
- Are travel vaccinations compulsory?
- How do I get an international certificate of vaccination?
- How much do travel vaccines cost?
- Is there a vaccine for leprosy?
- At what age cholera vaccine is given?
- Where is cholera most common?
What vaccines do I need to travel to Central America?
The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for travelers to Central and South America: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, cholera, yellow fever and rabies.
What vaccinations do I need for Europe?
The CDC and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for travelers to Western Europe: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid and rabies.
What vaccinations do I need for different countries?
You'll have to pay for travel vaccinations against:
- hepatitis B.
- Japanese encephalitis.
- meningitis vaccines.
- rabies.
- tick-borne encephalitis.
- tuberculosis (TB)
- yellow fever.
How long is cholera vaccine good for?
With the oral vaccine, two or three doses are typically recommended. The duration of protection is two years in adults and six months in children aged 2–5 years. A single dose vaccine is available for those traveling to an area where cholera is common.
Is a typhoid vaccine really necessary?
Routine typhoid vaccination is not recommended in the United States, but typhoid vaccine is recommended for: Travelers to parts of the world where typhoid is common. (NOTE: typhoid vaccine is not 100% effective and is not a substitute for being careful about what you eat or drink.)
Should I get a flu shot before traveling to Europe?
People should get vaccinated at least 2 weeks before travel because it takes 2 weeks for vaccine immunity to develop after vaccination.
Do you need shots to go overseas?
Visiting another country can put you at risk for diseases that may not normally be found in the United States. Getting vaccinated against certain diseases is one of the most effective things you can do to protect your health abroad. Plan to get the travel vaccines you need at least a month before your trip.
Are travel vaccinations compulsory?
Mandatory vaccinations
There are very few mandatory immunisation requirements for travellers, although occasionally restrictions are put in place by specific countries because of disease outbreaks.
How do I get an international certificate of vaccination?
International Certificates of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP) are available for purchase in quantity from the Government Printing Office bookstore. Individual copies are not available. To order, please visit U.S. Government Bookstore or call toll-free (866) 512-1800.
How much do travel vaccines cost?
Some people like to visit travel-certified pharmacies because you can meet with a specially trained pharmacist for a one-on-one consultation and receive all your vaccines and medications at one location. The cost to see the pharmacist can range anywhere from $50 to $150 depending on the location and pharmacy.
Is there a vaccine for leprosy?
There is no vaccine generally available to specifically prevent leprosy. However, the vaccine against tuberculosis (TB), called the BCG vaccine , may provide some protection against leprosy. This is because the organism that causes leprosy is closely related to the one that causes TB.
At what age cholera vaccine is given?
Primary immunization consists of two oral doses 7–14 days apart for adults and children aged 6 years and over. For children aged 2–5 years, three doses are recommended. Intake of food and drinks should be avoided for 1 hour before and after vaccination.
Where is cholera most common?
The disease is most common in places with poor sanitation, crowding, war, and famine. Common locations include parts of Africa, south Asia, and Latin America. If you are traveling to one of those areas, knowing the following cholera facts can help protect you and your family.
