With more and more people choosing exotic destinations and embarking on adventurous vacations, we wish to remind you of the importance to travel well-protected. The World Health Organization (WHO) advises all travelers to consult with their doctors 4-6 weeks before departure. Each year, 40,000 Americans die of diseases that could have been prevented by routine adult vaccines.
Also, make sure you talk to us about malaria and diarrhea tablets and remember to pack your sun-screen, your prescription medicines and a comprehensive first-aid kit.
Here is a list of recommended vaccines that we have available at Manhattan Family Practice:
Yellow Fever
Diptheria, Pertussis & Tetanus
Polio
Japanese encephalitis
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Twinrix (Hepatitis A and B)
Typhoid
Meningitis
Pneumoccocal (pneumonia vaccine)
MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
Varicella (Chicken pox)
Zostavax (Shingles vaccine)
Flu Shot (yearly)
Swine Flu (not available at the moment)
HPV (Human Papilloma Virus for girls aged 13 – 26 yrs)

Please note that most travel vaccine fees are not covered by insurances. Payment is due in full at the time of vaccination.
Call 212 288 7193 to make your appointment for a travel consultation with Dr Levy.
For more information on travel vaccines visit :.
www.vaccineinformation.org/topics/travel
www.cdc.gov