TRAVEL VACCINES
If you’re preparing for a journey to destinations in Asia, Africa, South America, or other developing regions, you might need vaccinations to safeguard against tropical diseases. Reach out to your nearby Medis Pharmacy to inquire about the availability of travel vaccines in port coquitlam.
Vaccines Available
Make sure to verify if you require any vaccinations at least six weeks before your scheduled departure because certain vaccines necessitate multiple doses.
Cholera / Traveller’s Diarrhea
Recommended if:
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- Traveling to rural areas with limited access to clean water
- Visiting locations where implementing hygiene measures can be difficult
- Elevated risk of health complications, particularly if you have preexisting health conditions
Japanese Encephalitis
Recommended if:
- You are planning a trip to a rural area of Asia or Australia.
Yellow Fever
Recommended if:
- Planning a trip to Africa or South America
- Potential requirement for proof of vaccination for entry into specific countries
Typhoid
Recommended if:
- Planning a trip to Asia
- Planning a trip to Africa, the Middle East, or Latin America
- Emphasizing extended stays and visits to rural areas
- Close interaction with local communities
Rabies
Recommended if:
- Potential for contact with bats
- Preparing to work abroad, with a role that involves interaction with animals (e.g., animal conservation agent or volunteering in an animal shelter)
Hepatitis A & B
Recommended if:
- Your travels will take you to remote regions with limited access to clean water or where implementing recommended hygiene practices and health standards can be challenging.
- You will participate in activities that expose you to a higher risk of infection.