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Travelling is about discovering new horizons, experiencing different cultures, and creating unforgettable memories. But before you pack your bags, there’s one essential step that is often overlooked: vaccination. Depending on your destination, some diseases can pose real risks — and being vaccinated can make all the difference between the trip of a lifetime and an avoidable health setback.
Why Get Vaccinated Before Travelling?
When you travel, you may be exposed to viruses and bacteria that are rare — or even absent — in your home country.Lorsque vous voyagez, vous vous exposez potentiellement à des virus et bactéries peu présents — ou absents — dans votre pays d’origine. Vaccination helps protect you against serious infections such as yellow fever, hepatitis A, or typhoid, which can be contracted through contaminated food, water, or insect bites.
Routine Vaccines vs. Recommended Travel Vaccines
Before any trip, make sure your routine vaccinations are up to date:
- Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap)
- Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR)
- Hepatitis B
- Seasonal flu vaccine
Then, depending on your destination, length of stay, and planned activities, additional vaccines may be recommended or even required: Here are the most frequent ones:
- Hepatitis A → for countries with lower food hygiene standards
- Typhoid → especially for extended stays or rural travel
- Yellow fever → required by some countries in Africa and South America
- Japanese encephalitis → for longer trips in parts of Asia
- Rabies → if there’s a potential risk of contact with animals (e.g., stray dogs, bats)
Plan a Pre-Travel Consultation
Ideally, book an appointment 6 to 8 weeks before your departure. Our travel health specialists will assess your needs based on your:
– Itinerary
– Medical history
– Planned activities (hiking, volunteering, humanitarian work, etc.)
You’ll also receive personalized advice on:
- Malaria prevention (antimalarial medications)
- Insect bite protection
- Food and water safety
- First-aid kits and travel essentials
Travelling Soon? We’ve Got You Covered!
At Le Centre de vaccination AES, our team of specialists is here to guide you and keep you protected — no matter your destination. We offer:
– Personalized consultations
– Fast, professional service
– Comprehensive travel vaccination programs
Book your appointment today and travel with complete peace of mind.
Essentially, you need to remember that:
Getting vaccinated before travelling is a simple yet essential step to protect both your health and the health of others. Not only does it reduce the risk of medical complications abroad, but it also helps limit the spread of infectious diseases worldwide.
Travelling is great. Travelling safely is even betterVoyager en sécurité, c’est mieux !
