Hey NYC is a great place to visit. There’s so much to see, to hear, and to taste. The world’s greatest skyline (even post 9/11), the quaintness of the West Village, and the bohemian energy of… well, as of publication all cool neighborhoods have been gentrified, so this is hard one. No, there are still vibrant arts communities thriving in all neighborhoods! Heck, we even celebrate Trump, we celebrate the new Times Square, and we celebrate all things NYC. But if you live here… chances are you’ve seen it and done it. That’s why New Yorkers love to travel—and with travel comes the need for a vaccination.
A travel vaccination is the best way to keep from coming down with whatever insidious disease is currently plaguing your country of destination. Please do not misunderstand, very few countries have diseases that should keep you from visiting them—as long as the proper protection is received at the travel clinic of your choice. In NYC, there are bunch to choose from.
Let’s examine the travel immunization in a general sense. First things first:
What vaccination am I going to need?
Good question, but the answer depends on where on Earth you are planning to travel to from NYC—and your previous vaccination history. To be quite frank, any new world traveler should receive AT LEAST the hepatitis vaccination before jetting off to parts unknown. Unfortunately, many countries—primarily the emerging ones—still have a big problem with this disease.
What are the laws regarding vaccinations?
Another solid question! Although many vaccinations are recommended depending on your country of destination, the only vaccination required by law is the yellow fever vaccination. In many countries (in Asia, South America, and Africa you will be denied entry unless you submit a legal document from a certified travel clinic that shows you have been vaccinated for yellow fever. Many clinics in NYC are certified to administer this document.
Yellow fever is a disease that gets its name from the jaundice an infected person is likely to suffer from. Jaundice turns the skin and eyes a surprising and unhealthy hue of yellow due to the liver’s inability to cleanse the body of toxins. If infected with yellow fever overseas—and no medical treatment is received—it is possible that the disease will become fatal.
When should I receive my travel vaccination?
Although a vaccination will offer protection no matter when it is received, it is highly recommended—in order to gain the maximum benefit from the inoculation—you receive it AT LEAST four-to-six weeks before you arrive. This definitely requires a lot of planning, but as citizens of NYC we know how to plan and do the right thing. (Don’t we?)
How long do I have to book in advance to receive a vaccination?
Each travel clinic has different time periods they adhere to, but the best of them will see you at a moment’s notice. This means that whenever you have the time before your trip to visit a clinic a certified travel doctor will happily peruse your itinerary and recommend any or all (or none) of the vaccinations needed to retain good health while overseas.
To visit a travel clinic certified to administer all types of vaccinations—and who will do so at a moment’s notice—simply log onto Travel Clinic NYC. This respected and highly regarded facility is located just two blocks from Grand Central Station, making it very easy to get to no matter where in NYC you happen to reside. To skip over the website—and to make an appointment in person via phone—simply dial 1-212-696-5900 today…and get the travel protection that you deserve and need.
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