Is there a vaccine for cholera? Introducing Vaxchora
Yes, there is a vaccine for cholera available in the U.S. The vaccine was not available for a few years during the Covid-19 pandemic but...
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Away Clinic
- May 24
- 2 min
How Long Does the Typhoid Vaccine Last?
The typhoid vaccine plays a crucial role in protecting individuals from the bacterial infection known as typhoid fever. There are two...
Away Clinic
- May 24
- 2 min
Do I Still Need the Typhoid Vaccine If I Grew Up in an Area with Endemic Typhoid?
Growing up in an area with endemic typhoid means you likely have been exposed to typhoid fever and/or the typhoid vaccine. Having been...
Away Clinic
- May 24
- 3 min
Common Myths and Misconceptions About the Typhoid Vaccine
Vaccines play a crucial role in preventing the spread of infectious diseases, and the typhoid vaccine is no exception. However, like any...
Away Clinic
- May 24
- 1 min
Why is it called yellow fever?
Yellow fever is called so due to one of its characteristic symptoms, namely the jaundice or yellowing of the skin and eyes that can occur...
Away Clinic
- May 24
- 2 min
How is yellow fever diagnosed by healthcare professionals?
Spotting the symptoms Yellow fever can manifest in mild or severe forms. In the mildest form, patients experience a sudden onset of fever...
Away Clinic
- May 24
- 2 min
Why is yellow fever such a big problem in Africa?
Yellow fever is a significant problem in Africa due to several factors that contribute to its prevalence and impact on the continent....
Away Clinic
- May 24
- 2 min
What are the differences between malaria and yellow fever?
Malaria and yellow fever are both mosquito-borne diseases, but they are caused by different types of pathogens and have distinct clinical...
Away Clinic
- May 24
- 1 min
Do U.S. citizens need the yellow fever vaccine?
No, U.S. citizens do not need the yellow fever vaccine if they're staying in the U.S. They would normally only need to get a yellow fever...
Away Clinic
- May 23
- 2 min
Yellow fever FAQ | Away Clinic
The most frequently requested vaccine we provide at Away Clinic is the yellow fever vaccine. It is required for travel to many African...
Away Clinic
- May 23
- 2 min
Typhoid Pills vs. Injection
There are two options on the market for typhoid fever vaccination. Typhim Vi is the injectable version and Vivotif is the pill version...
Away Clinic
- May 23
- 3 min
Why is the yellow fever vaccine so hard to find?
It can be hard to find the yellow fever vaccine primarily because (a) few clinics are authorized by their state to provide the yellow...
Away Clinic
- May 23
- 2 min
Do I really need the yellow fever vaccination?
You may need the yellow fever vaccine for your travel destination The yellow fever vaccine is recommended by the CDC for travel to many...
Away Clinic
- May 22
- 2 min
When should I get the yellow fever vaccine before travel?
Generally, a good rule of thumb is be sure to get the yellow fever vaccine at least ten days before you arrive in a country where it is...
Away Clinic
- May 22
- 1 min
How long before traveling should I get the typhoid vaccine?
The timing for getting the typhoid vaccine before traveling can depend on the type of vaccine you receive. There are two typhoid vaccines...
Away Clinic
- May 18
- 2 min