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15 Essential Vaccines for Travel

September 17, 2024 | 209 views

If you need to travel for an extended period, reside abroad for a while, or visit a high-risk area you’ve never been to, getting vaccinated can significantly boost your immunity as a traveler. In some cases, certain countries require specific vaccinations before allowing entry.

Let’s take a look at which vaccines are necessary for travel…

Things to Know 

Currently, vaccines for travel are categorized into two types: required vaccines and recommended vaccines based on suitability.

  • Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine
  • Influenza Vaccine
  • Pneumococcal Vaccine
  • Meningococcal Vaccine
  • Rabies Vaccine
  • Shingles Vaccine
  • Cholera Vaccine
  • Measles-Mumps-Rubella Vaccine
  • Typhoid Vaccine
  • Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis Vaccine
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine
  • Hepatitis B Vaccine
  • Polio Vaccine (OPV, IPV)
  • Yellow Fever Vaccine *This vaccine is required by the International Health Regulations (WHO IHR) for travelers to outbreak areas, such as countries in Africa or South America.
  • Chickenpox (Varicella) Vaccine


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    Source : The Department of Disease Control
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