Shots for Egypt visit
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Shots for Egypt visit
What, if any, shots did you get prior to arriving in Egypt? We will be coming from the US with no intermediate stops. Are both Hepatitis A & B necessary? What about Malaria?
I've looked at both the CDC's website and the US Dept. of State's travel website and there is a wealth of information on both sites. I'm most interested in what the average person thinks is necessary in the way of shots. My physician recommended both Hep. A&B and didn't seem at all concerned about Malaria. Thanks for you input!
I've looked at both the CDC's website and the US Dept. of State's travel website and there is a wealth of information on both sites. I'm most interested in what the average person thinks is necessary in the way of shots. My physician recommended both Hep. A&B and didn't seem at all concerned about Malaria. Thanks for you input!
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No problem with Malaria if you are just going to the regular tourist destinations. I will not comment as a doctor, but for me Hep A&B and a current tetanus shot would be critical.
You might want to check with an actual travel clinic (rather than just your own doc) to see what they advise.
You might want to check with an actual travel clinic (rather than just your own doc) to see what they advise.
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Malaria meds aren't required for the traditional tourist areas.
For travel anywhere it's a good idea to be current to, at minimum, Tetanus, Hep-A* and a Polio booster. The first two are good for 10/yrs; the latter for the rest of your life.
*There is a combo A&B that some docs recommend; otherwise A only is fine.
Discuss all with your personal physician as it relates to your own health history.
Enjoy your holiday.
For travel anywhere it's a good idea to be current to, at minimum, Tetanus, Hep-A* and a Polio booster. The first two are good for 10/yrs; the latter for the rest of your life.
*There is a combo A&B that some docs recommend; otherwise A only is fine.
Discuss all with your personal physician as it relates to your own health history.
Enjoy your holiday.
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