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    Yellow Fever

    Required for Africa & South America

    Protects against yellow fever, a serious viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes.

    Protects against

    Yellow fever (viral infection)

    Validity

    Valid for life

    Schedule

    Single dose

    Side effects

    Usually mild

    About Yellow fever

    Yellow fever is a serious viral disease transmitted by infected mosquitoes. The name comes from the jaundice (yellow skin and eyes) that can occur in severe cases. In severe cases, the disease can be fatal.

    How is it transmitted?

    The virus is transmitted by the Aedes aegypti mosquito, the same mosquito that can also transmit dengue and Zika. The mosquitoes are most active during the day.

    Symptoms

    Sudden fever
    Severe headache
    Muscle pain, especially in the back
    Nausea and vomiting
    Fatigue and weakness
    Jaundice (in severe cases)
    Bleeding (in severe cases)

    Possible complications

    • Liver and kidney failure
    • Internal bleeding
    • Shock
    • Death (20-50% in severe cases)

    Risk areas

    Tropical Africa (especially West and Central Africa)Tropical South America (Amazon region)Panama and Trinidad

    About the vaccination

    Vaccine type

    Live attenuated vaccine

    How does it work?

    The vaccine contains a weakened form of the yellow fever virus. This stimulates your immune system to build protection without making you sick.

    ⏱️ When to vaccinate?

    At least 10 days before departure. The official vaccination certificate is only valid 10 days after vaccination.

    Effectiveness

    Very high: one dose provides lifelong protection in 99% of vaccinated individuals.

    Who should get this vaccination?

    • All travelers to risk areas
    • People visiting a country that requires a vaccination certificate
    • Laboratory workers who work with the virus

    Not suitable for

    • Babies younger than 6 months
    • People with severe egg allergy
    • People with a weakened immune system
    • Pregnant women (only after careful consideration)
    • People over 60 receiving their first vaccination (increased risk)

    Possible side effects

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

    💡 Good to know

    Many countries require an international vaccination certificate (ICV) upon entry. This certificate is valid for life.

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