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Vaccinations for Travelers

When you travel to foreign countries you are at a greater risk to catch diseases that are uncommon or maybe do not even exist in the US. With more knowledge and the correct vaccinations you can feel a lot safer. We can assist you with this. 
  
A vacation should give us many pleasant memories and wonderful experiences. It is therefore a good idea to get vaccinations against diseases that are common in the place where you are going. A lot of diseases also exist in the US. For example polio, tetanus, diphtheria and Hepatitis A. Vaccinations you get in preparation for a trip abroad will therefore also benefit you when you come back home.  

The are other things to consider when you travel to exotic locations. For instance there is a greater risk for stomach problems since the all present bacteria are different than what we are used to. But also that enormous buffets in hot weather is a veritable paradise for very unpleasant bacteria.

Some common destinations (urban areas) and vaccine recommendations

Mexico   Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid
Central and South America   Hepatitis A & B
Brazil Coastal Areas   Hepatitis A & B
Brazil Inland   Hepatitis A & B and Yellow Fever
Mexico   Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid
China and most part of Asia   Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid and Japanese Encephalitis

FastVax offers easy-to-get vaccinations in several locations. Make a reservation on-line or call (267) 308-0534

Click here for a vaccination guide from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) with recommendations for suitable vaccinations for the country your are going to.

http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/list.aspx