Vaccinations
Havrix
- For hepatitis A- a viral infection of the liver contracted by drinking contaminated water, eating contaminated food or ingesting the virus directly off their hands.
- 2 step injection- the first is administered 30 days before travelling and the second should be received 6-12 months upon returning
- Can also be done on an accelerated schedule as required
Typherix
- Typhoid is a bacterial infection of the digestive tract spread via food and water contaminated with fecal matter from affected human carrier
- Single injection and should be administered at least one week before travel
Twinrix
- Combination vaccine for Hep A and B
- 3 step injection- Standard: first injection on date of choosing, second injection 30 days after first, third injection 6 months after first (0-1 month-6months)
- Can also be done on an accelerated schedule as required
Zostavax
- Shingles
- Single injection
Imovax
- Polio
- 10-14 days before travel
- Single injection
Dukoral
- For travelers diarrhea which is caused by bacteria, viruses and less commonly parasites that are ingested by eating contaminated food or beverages
- 2 dose liquid taken 3 weeks before travel
Menactra
- Meningitis is an infection caused by different bacteria entering the body through the upper respitory tract
- Injection and should be administered at least 10 days before travelling
Yellow Fever
- Viral disease that is transmitted to humans by mosquitoes
- Single injection at least 10 days before entering the country
Gardasil
- HPV (Human Papillomavirus)
- Three injections over a six month period
TB testing also available. As well as JEV (Japanese Encephalitis). Contact for more information.
Child Vaccination: At Avalon Travel Clinic we help protect the whole family.