Category Archives: Vaccines
Do I really need to get Yellow Fever?
What is Typhoid??
Typhoid Fever is an illness cause by a bacteria called Salmonella enterica. There is an estimated 22 million cases of typhoid worldwide each year. Did you know that travellers to southern Asia have a 6-30 times higher risk than for all … Continue reading
Safari in Africa
When preparing to go on a safari in Africa, the travel consultant must consider a number of factors such as: what vaccines have you had, your personal health issues and medications, what are the medical issues in the country at … Continue reading
Who should worry about Measles?
The CDC has recently reported 6500 cases of measles in Europe. Most of them are in France (go figure) but Spain and the former Yugoslavia has reported their share as well. There have also been reported outbreaks in the USA. … Continue reading
Vaccines and Pregnancy
If you are pregnant and planning on travelling it is very important that you visit a Travel Clinic. There are some vaccines that we never give to pregnant women because of the danger to the fetus. There are vaccines that … Continue reading
Are you Still Recommending Gardasil?
Absolutley! And, it is now recommended for boys and men as well. I am not sure why the males were left out when we know that the HPV virus is sexually transmitted and we know that guys have sex. If … Continue reading
How Effective are Vaccines?
I was recently at a Calgary Wellness Fair and spoke with a woman who contracted Typhoid while working abroad. She was unaware that the vaccine she received didn’t protect her 100%. All of us who work in the field of Travel … Continue reading
Is It Too Late to Get Vaccinated?
The answer to this question is No! There a couple of reasons why we should vaccinate even at the last minute as the traveller is stepping on the plane. 1. Some diseases like Hepatitis A incubate for 2 weeks in … Continue reading
Chicken Pox Vaccine
Bowmont Travel Clinic is now carrying a Chicken Pox Vaccine. If you require this vaccine for immigration to the USA be sure that you leave enough time to get both shots if you are over 9 years old. They are … Continue reading
When Do I Worry About Rabies?
Rabies is a viral infection that affects the brain. The virus is spread by infected animals when their saliva comes in contact with you through biting, scratching or licking. The disease is fatal, but can be prevented by prompt immunization, … Continue reading