FAQ

How old does my baby have to be to receive vaccines for travellers such as typhoid or yellow fever?

We plan to be out of the country for a long time. Is it possible to immunize my children if they’re still too young?

I’m pregnant. Can I still receive vaccines?

I’ve missed the date for getting a booster shot for my Hepatitis A and B vaccines. Do I have to start the process all over? Is it okay to continue with a booster? Or would my protection be less?

Am I protected if I’ve received just a single dose of a hepatitis A and/or B vaccine? If I am, how long will the protection last? What happens if this single dose is all I get?

I’m faithful to my partner and I don’t do drugs. Is there any reason why I should get a hepatitis B vaccination?

Is there a vaccine for hepatitis C (HCV)?

I’m going on a trip abroad and I’d like to receive all the appropriate vaccines. When should I get vaccinated?

Is it possible to get all my vaccinations on just one visit?

Can I bring vaccines I’ve already purchased at the drugstore and have the shots given to me by a nurse at the Clinic?

What’s the difference between a required vaccine, a recommended vaccine, a booster shot and a basic vaccine?

Is there a vaccine for malaria? Do I need to get protection against this illness? If I do, when should I begin treatment? What about protection for babies?

I’ve heard that the side effects of anti-malaria treatments are worse than the disease itself. Is this true?

I’m planning a holiday abroad, but I intend to reserve a 4- or 5-star hotel. Do I still have to get immunized?

Last year, an acquaintance of mine took the same trip as I’m taking and they never had any vaccines. Why?

Are there circumstances where I have to cancel my appointment for a vaccine? What if I’m ill at the time – should I still get vaccinated?

How long does a visit to the Clinique Santé-voyage usually take?

Is it common to feel side effects after receiving a vaccine? How long does it take for them to go away? Can I return to work immediately after vaccination?

As an adult, should I get a booster shot for my basic immunization before I travel to a foreign country?

I was born in Africa. Am I immune to the dangerous diseases on that continent?