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Contents
  • Understanding Yellow Fever
  • Vaccination: Your Best Defense
  • Who Should Avoid the Vaccine?

Are You Prepared for Yellow Fever on Your Travels?

Are You Prepared for Yellow Fever on Your Travels?

Yellow Fever Alert

Yellow fever is a serious mosquito-borne disease that can affect travelers to certain parts of the world. Discover how to protect yourself before you go.
Contents
  • Understanding Yellow Fever
  • Vaccination: Your Best Defense
  • Who Should Avoid the Vaccine?

Understanding Yellow Fever

Yellow fever is a viral infection spread by mosquitoes, prevalent in parts of Africa and South America. Symptoms can range from mild fever to severe liver disease. Getting vaccinated is crucial for travelers visiting areas where yellow fever is common, as this disease can be life-threatening.

Vaccination: Your Best Defense

The yellow fever vaccine is a live virus vaccine providing lifelong protection. Some countries require proof of vaccination for entry, especially if you're arriving from a region where the disease is present. Ensure you get your vaccine at least 10 days before traveling to allow your body to build immunity.
Yellow fever is a viral infection transmitted by mosquitoes, affecting regions in Africa and South America. Symptoms can include mild fever to severe liver disease. Vaccination is essential for travelers to these areas.

Who Should Avoid the Vaccine?

The yellow fever vaccine should not be administered to infants under six months, individuals with severe allergies to egg proteins, or those with compromised immune systems. Pregnant women should consult their healthcare provider to weigh the risks and benefits before getting vaccinated.

FAQs

What is yellow fever?

A viral infection spread by mosquitoes, common in Africa and South America.

Is the yellow fever vaccine mandatory?

Yes, it is often required for entry into certain countries.

Who should not get the vaccine?

Infants, those with severe allergies, and immunocompromised individuals.

Is the vaccine effective immediately?

No, it takes about 10 days to become effective.

Stay Safe

Being aware and prepared can protect you from yellow fever while traveling.
Consult with Doctronic to learn more about yellow fever and vaccination options.
Additional References
  1. Staples JE, Gershman M, Fischer M, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Yellow fever vaccine: recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). MMWR Recomm Rep 2010; 59:1.
  2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Traveler's Health: CDC Yellow Book 2024. https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/yellow-book-about-2024 (Accessed on November 15, 2023).
  3. World Health Organization. International Health Regulations http://www.who.int/ihr/en/ (Accessed on October 25, 2018).
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic.