Travel medicine resources

How many Japanese encephalitis shots do I need and how far apart?

The schedule for the Japanese encephalitis vaccine varies depending on the specific vaccine being used and the individual's age, health status, and travel plans.

How do I get a yellow fever vaccine certificate in Arizona?

Away Clinic , located in Chandler and Mesa, Arizona, provides yellow fever vaccines and yellow fever certificates necessary for entry into many countries in Africa. A yellow fever vaccine certificate , also known as an International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP), is proof that you have been vaccinated against yellow fever. The certificate is valid for 10 years from the date of vaccination, and is required for entry into certain countries where yellow fever is present. To get a yellow fever vaccine certificate, you will need to visit a travel clinic that is authorized to administer the yellow fever vaccine . You will need to show proof of vaccination and get the certificate filled in by the provider. The certificate is filled with the name, date of birth and passport number of the vaccine holder along with the date of vaccination. Before you get vaccinated, it's important to check the entry requirements of the country you plan to visit, as well as recommendations...

Is yellow fever still around?

Many people who are traveling to warmer, more humid parts of the world where aedes mosquitos are rampant may wonder how prevalent yellow fever still is in the world.

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