Planning an overseas adventure is always exciting, but it’s important not to overlook your health before you go. At our practice, we provide comprehensive travel health consultations and vaccinations to help protect you from infectious diseases that may be present in your destination country.
Travel vaccines are a crucial part of trip preparation—just like booking your flights or packing your bags. Different regions around the world carry different health risks, and the Australian government provides clear guidelines on recommended travel vaccinations. Some countries even require proof of certain vaccines before you’re allowed to enter.
Commonly recommended travel vaccines include:
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Hepatitis A and B
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Typhoid
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Yellow Fever
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Japanese Encephalitis
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Rabies (for high-risk regions or activities)
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Cholera
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Meningococcal
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Influenza
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Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) – if not previously vaccinated
Destinations where travel vaccines are recommended:
The Australian Department of Health and Smartraveller recommend vaccines for travellers heading to:
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Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Philippines, Malaysia): Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Japanese Encephalitis
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South and Central America (Brazil, Peru, Colombia): Yellow Fever, Hepatitis A, Typhoid
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Africa (Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, South Africa): Yellow Fever, Typhoid, Cholera, Hepatitis A, Rabies
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India and the Indian Subcontinent (India, Nepal, Pakistan): Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid, Cholera
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Pacific Islands (Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands): Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid
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China and parts of East Asia: Hepatitis A, Japanese Encephalitis
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Middle East (Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq): Hepatitis A and B, Meningococcal (especially for Hajj pilgrims)
Each traveller is different, and the vaccines you may need depend on your health, your planned activities, and how long you’re staying. For example, backpackers and aid workers may need more protection than business travellers staying in major cities.
At our practice, we’ll assess your travel plans and immunisation history and provide tailored recommendations. Some vaccines require multiple doses over several weeks, so we recommend booking your travel health appointment at least 6–8 weeks before departure.
Travel safely and confidently—book your vaccine consultation today and let us help you protect your health abroad.
For more information, ensure you consult the following websites:
Australian Government Smart Traveller