What Vaccinations Should Be Done When Traveling to Foreign Countries?
Even during a pandemic, people are not ready to give up travel. Exotic destinations such as Brazil, Dominican Republic, Cuba, Sri Lanka, Mexico, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Kenya, and South Africa are open for tourists. If you go to these countries—especially countries in Africa—you can face dangerous infections, and vaccinations can help protect you.
Dr. Helene
If your parents were not opposed to vaccination, and you did not have any health problems in childhood, then you already have a basic set of vaccinations, which includes hepatitis B, diphtheria, tetanus, measles, mumps, and polio vaccinations. When traveling to foreign countries, you should also get vaccinations for the following diseases:
Hepatitis A—The main routes of infection include food, household contacts, and water. The virus is transmitted through many things including dirty hands and dishes.
Hepatitis A does not cause permanent damage to the liver; the immune system produces antibodies that form permanent immunity. Children can be vaccinated starting at one year old, and there are no age restrictions for adults. The standard vaccination includes two vaccinations 6–18 mo...
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