Every time you leave the country for travel whether for business or pleasure, it’s important to check which travel vaccinations Vancouver is mandatory and which are encouraged with your travel clinic of choice, because every destination as its own unique set of vaccinations. This is because different countries and parts of the world, have specific illnesses that thrive and are easily passed, especially to someone not previously exposed. It’s vital to educate yourself and put your health and safety first, all of which we can help you with at the Pharmasave travel clinic Vancouver. Here are some things you should consider before your vaccinations.
The State of Your Immune System
Vaccinations introduce very small amounts of the disease for which we need our bodies to form antibodies. This makes us resistant to the diseases in question. When we get a vaccine shot, our immune systems fight to create the antibodies required in order for our immune system to be able to fight back against the disease and destroy it, should we be introduced to it.
There are some things, however, you should be wary of. If you suffer from an illness which causes you to have a weak immune system, are recovering from surgery, or are on immunosuppressant medication, it’s vital to speak to your doctor.
Pregnant Women & Children
Pregnant women and children might need a unique set of additional vaccinations before their time of travel, for specific destinations. There are some diseases which are particularly dangerous for pregnant women and children and may affect them in a much more powerful way, which would not be an issue for a healthy traveller. Speak to your doctor before your travel vaccines Vancouver.
Your Vaccine History
Before travelling, take a look at your personal vaccine history, and show it to your doctor. Some of the vaccines you have previously had may offer lifelong protection, making it unnecessary to have a double dose. In other cases, you may never have had a vaccine in your life, or had some as a child which may have worn off.
Do you have a travel coming up and would like to get your vaccines done in time? Make a consultation at our clinic for your travel vaccinations Vancouver, and we would be happy to help you and discuss all necessary vaccinations for your destination of travel.
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