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Travel Vaccination

Do I need vaccines when going abroad?

You may need extra vaccinations when going abroad. Certain parts of the world are associated with specific diseases. For specific travel advice, including vaccinations and malarial prophylaxis you should contact your G.P. or travel clinic.

Where can I find out more?

For specific travel advice, including vaccinations and malarial prophylaxis you should contact your G.P. or travel clinic.

General travel advice for International travellers is available at http://www.ndsc.ie/hpsc/A-Z/Vectorborne/TravelAdviceforInternationalTravellers/

Useful Websites

Health information provided by the NHS(Scotland). Available at www.fitfortravel.scot.nhs.uk 

International travel and health is a WHO publication is a reference book for doctors and nurses, giving health advice. Available at http://www.who.int

This section was updated on 22nd February 2010
Health Protection Surveillance Centre The Department of Health and Children Irish College Of General Practitioner