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    Travel Vaccinations

    Are you traveling soon? Protect yourself with the right vaccinations. Below you will find comprehensive information about all travel vaccinations we offer.

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    Which vaccinations do you need?

    The required vaccinations depend on your destination, travel duration and personal health. During the consultation we discuss which vaccinations apply to you.

    Religious sensitivity

    We respect your wishes. For Hajj vaccinations you can choose a male or female practitioner.

    Meningococcal ACWY

    Required for Hajj & Umrah
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    Protects against meningitis caused by meningococcal bacteria types A, C, W and Y. This vaccination is mandatory for pilgrims to Saudi Arabia (Hajj and Umrah with Umrah visa).

    Protection

    Meningitis and blood poisoning

    Validity

    Valid for 10 years (5 years for Saudi Arabia)

    Schedule

    Single dose

    Side effects

    Mild reactions such as pain at injection site, headache, fatigue. Usually resolves within 1-2 days.

    Yellow Fever

    Required for Africa & South America
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    Protects against yellow fever, a serious viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes. Found in tropical areas of Africa and South America. Many countries require proof of vaccination upon entry.

    Protection

    Yellow fever (viral infection)

    Validity

    Lifetime validity

    Schedule

    Single dose

    Side effects

    Mild flu-like symptoms, local reaction at injection site. Rare: more serious reactions.

    Hepatitis A – adults

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    Protects against liver inflammation caused by the hepatitis A virus. Often contracted through contaminated food or water in countries with lower hygiene standards. Important for travel to Asia, Africa, Central and South America.

    Protection

    Liver inflammation (hepatitis A)

    Validity

    1 year after 1st dose, >30 years after 2nd dose

    Schedule

    2 doses with 6-12 months interval

    Side effects

    Pain or redness at injection site, headache, fatigue. Usually disappears within a few days.

    Hepatitis A – children up to 15 years

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    Pediatric dosage of the hepatitis A vaccine. Provides the same protection as the adult vaccine but is adjusted for children.

    Protection

    Liver inflammation (hepatitis A)

    Validity

    1 year after 1st dose, >30 years after 2nd dose

    Schedule

    2 doses with 6-12 months interval

    Side effects

    Pain or redness at injection site, mild fever.

    Hepatitis B – adults

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    Protects against chronic liver inflammation caused by the hepatitis B virus. Transmitted through blood and body fluids. Especially important for longer trips, medical contact, or risk behavior.

    Protection

    Chronic liver inflammation, liver cancer

    Validity

    Lifetime after complete series

    Schedule

    3 doses: 0, 1 and 6 months

    Side effects

    Mild local reactions, sometimes fatigue or headache.

    Hepatitis A + B (combination) – adults

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    Combination vaccine that protects against both hepatitis A and B. Efficient for travelers who need protection against both viruses.

    Protection

    Hepatitis A and B

    Validity

    Lifetime for HBV, >30 years for HAV

    Schedule

    3 doses: 0, 1 and 6 months

    Side effects

    Similar to separate vaccines: local reactions, fatigue.

    Hepatitis A + B (combination) – children up to 15 years

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    Pediatric dosage of the combination vaccine against hepatitis A and B. Requires fewer doses than for adults.

    Protection

    Hepatitis A and B

    Validity

    Lifetime for HBV, >30 years for HAV

    Schedule

    2 doses: 0 and 6-12 months

    Side effects

    Local reactions, mild fever.

    DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Polio)

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    Combination vaccine that protects against three serious infectious diseases. Diphtheria and tetanus can be fatal, polio can cause paralysis. Recommended if last vaccination was >10 years ago.

    Protection

    Diphtheria, tetanus and polio

    Validity

    Valid for 10 years

    Schedule

    Booster every 10 years

    Side effects

    Pain or swelling at injection site, mild fever. Usually mild and short-lived.

    DTaP (Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus)

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    Combination vaccine that protects against diphtheria, whooping cough and tetanus. Especially important for pregnant women (baby protection) and people in contact with young babies.

    Protection

    Diphtheria, whooping cough and tetanus

    Validity

    Valid for 5 years

    Schedule

    Booster every 5 years

    Side effects

    Pain or swelling at injection site, mild fever.

    Typhoid Fever

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    Protects against typhoid fever, a bacterial infection contracted through contaminated food or water. Found in areas with poor sanitary conditions, especially in Asia, Africa and Latin America.

    Protection

    Typhoid fever

    Validity

    Valid for 3 years

    Schedule

    Single injection

    Side effects

    Injection: pain at injection site. Mild side effects.

    MMR (Mumps, Measles, Rubella)

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    Protects against mumps, measles and rubella. Especially important if you are not or incompletely vaccinated. Measles is found worldwide and is highly contagious.

    Protection

    Mumps, measles and rubella

    Validity

    Lifetime

    Schedule

    Single (or 2 doses if not previously vaccinated)

    Side effects

    Mild fever, skin rash after 1-2 weeks. Temporary joint complaints.

    Rabies – child under 1 year

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    Pediatric dosage of the rabies vaccine for babies. Protects against rabies, a deadly viral infection transmitted by bites from infected animals.

    Protection

    Rabies (100% fatal without treatment)

    Validity

    Basic protection, 2 extra doses needed after bite

    Schedule

    3 doses: day 0, 7 and 21-28

    Side effects

    Pain or redness at injection site.

    Rabies – from 1 year and adults

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    Protects against rabies, a deadly viral infection transmitted by bites from infected animals (dogs, bats, monkeys). Important for adventurous travel or stays in remote areas.

    Protection

    Rabies (100% fatal without treatment)

    Validity

    Basic protection, 2 extra doses needed after bite

    Schedule

    2 doses: day 0 and 7

    Side effects

    Pain or redness at injection site, headache.

    Japanese Encephalitis (Ixiaro)

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    Protects against encephalitis caused by the Japanese encephalitis virus, transmitted by mosquitoes. Found in rural areas of Asia, especially during the rainy season.

    Protection

    Japanese encephalitis (brain inflammation)

    Validity

    Probably 2 years

    Schedule

    2 doses with 4 weeks interval

    Side effects

    Headache, muscle pain, fatigue.

    Tick-borne Encephalitis (TBE)

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    Protects against encephalitis transmitted by ticks. Found in forested areas of Central and Eastern Europe, Scandinavia and parts of Asia. Important for hikers and campers.

    Protection

    Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE)

    Validity

    1 year after 2 doses, 3 years after 3 doses

    Schedule

    2-3 doses: 2nd after 1-3 months, 3rd after 5-12 months

    Side effects

    Local reactions, headache, fatigue.

    Dengue (Qdenga)

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    Protects against dengue, a viral infection transmitted by mosquitoes. Found in tropical and subtropical areas. Recommended for travelers to risk areas, especially for longer stays.

    Protection

    Dengue fever

    Validity

    Duration of protection still being researched

    Schedule

    2 doses with 3 months interval

    Side effects

    Headache, muscle pain, fatigue.

    Shingles (Shingrix)

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    Protects against shingles, a painful skin condition caused by the varicella-zoster virus (the same virus as chickenpox). Recommended for adults from 50 years or people with a weakened immune system.

    Protection

    Shingles and postherpetic neuralgia

    Validity

    At least 4 years

    Schedule

    2 doses with 2-6 months interval

    Side effects

    Pain at injection site, fatigue, muscle pain, fever.

    HPV Gardasil-9

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    Protects against the human papillomavirus (HPV), which can cause cervical cancer, throat cancer and genital warts. Recommended for young people and adults who have not yet been vaccinated.

    Protection

    HPV-related cancers and genital warts

    Validity

    5-10 years (possibly longer)

    Schedule

    2 doses with 6-12 months interval

    Side effects

    Pain at injection site, headache, fatigue.

    Chikungunya (Ixchiq)

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    Protects against chikungunya, a viral infection transmitted by mosquitoes (the same mosquitoes as dengue). Causes fever and severe joint pain that can last for months to years. Found in tropical areas of Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and South America.

    Protection

    Chikungunya (viral infection with long-term joint complaints)

    Validity

    Duration of protection still being researched (at least 1 year)

    Schedule

    Single dose

    Side effects

    Headache, fatigue, muscle pain, joint pain, fever. Usually mild and short-lived.

    Meningococcal B

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    Protects against meningitis caused by meningococcal type B. Recommended for certain risk groups, students going to live abroad, and travel to areas with increased risk.

    Protection

    Meningitis type B

    Validity

    Duration of protection still being researched

    Schedule

    2-3 doses depending on age

    Side effects

    Fever, local reactions, irritability.

    Questions about your vaccinations?

    Our specialists are happy to advise you. Make an appointment or contact us via WhatsApp.

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