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International Travel Clinic |
Update 03/05/09
Travel
Alert - Some information to consider before traveling to Mexico.
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Boynton's International Travel Clinic is an officially-designated travel
immunization center of the University of Minnesota.
We provide travel consultations, immunizations, International Certificates
of Vaccination, and other health-related travel information for members of
the University and the general public. |
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What immunizations do I need for travel to other countries? |
Much depends on your personal health history, immunization history, and the
risk of illness in the areas you plan to visit.
Individuals who are spending time exclusively in developed countries, in
resort areas of developing countries, or within the international hotel
circuit may have less risk of illness.
Those who travel longer than one month, spend considerable time with local
populations, or eat and sleep in rural areas may have increased risk.
There are many variables, and the variables are always changing. A Travel
Consult appointment with the International Travel Clinic prior to any
international travel is recommended. |
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Scheduling an Appointment |
Start your immunizations early! Some immunizations are given in a series. Live
vaccines must be given on the same day or separated by four weeks.
Make your Travel Consult appointment today! (612) 625-3222
Your Travel Consult will consist of meeting with a provider, obtaining
immunizations from a nurse, and a post vaccine waiting period. The entire
visit typically lasts an hour and a half.
Please come to your Travel Consult appointment well nourished and well
hydrated, and wear clothing that will allow access to the upper arm.
We recommend calling your insurance company to learn where you should go for
travel vaccinations, and to find out if you will need a referral. Prior to
your appointment, obtain the record of any previous immunizations.
Please note: Pregnancy or the possibility of pregnancy contraindicates most
vaccines. We recommend patients abstain from sexual intercourse or use two
effective means of contraception for two weeks prior to immunization and for
three months after some vaccines. |
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Travel Supplies |
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Check out the travel accessories available in
Boynton’s pharmacy!
The Learning Abroad Center is another great resource to check out before you
travel. They offer everything from travel advice to travel necessities like
Rail passes, International ID’s, passport photos, adaptors, moneybelts,
sleepsacks, and more.
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Yellow Fever Vaccination |
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Under International Health Regulations, health officials of some countries are
allowed to require proof of Yellow Fever vaccination as a condition of
entry. You may be required to receive additional vaccines or testing for
entry to a specific country. If you’ve been in a Yellow Fever endemic area
in the past year, some countries require that you be vaccinated. Visit the
World Health Organization website to view the list of countries. |
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Related Links |
Learning Abroad Center,
University of Minnesota
Travel Health Online
Travelers’ Health,
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Travel.State.Gov,
U.S. Department of State
World Health Organization
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