Immunization Recommendations for International Programs

  • Malaria: No prophylazis, cover and mosquito repellent, treatment if needed
  • Hepatitis A: Immune globulin just prior to travel
  • Hepatitis B: Recombinant B series completed before travel
  • Measles: Vaccine if antibodies not present
  • Poliomyelitis: Booster prior to travel
  • Tetanus: Booster within 5 years prior to travel
  • Diphtheria: Booster within 5 years prior to travel
  • Typhoid: Oral typhoid vaccine Booster prior to travel
  • Rabies: Vaccine series completed before travel