Recommended Travel Vaccines &
Travel Medicine Care
Stay protected wherever you go. TDOC provides updated vaccine information, availability, and expert travel health advice through secure online consultations with our trusted doctors.
Travel Medicine Consultations Starting at $89
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Recommended Vaccines for U.S.
International Travel
Stay protected during your travels with essential vaccinations tailored to your destination. We help you understand which vaccines are recommended or required before departure whether traveling for business, leisure, or humanitarian work
Routine Vaccinations
Ensure your routine immunizations are current, including MMR, tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis (Tdap), polio, and varicella (chickenpox). Many adults need boosters.
Destination-Specific Vaccines
Get vaccinated for yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis, cholera, or rabies, depending on your travel region and planned activities.
Food & Water Safety
Protect against typhoid and hepatitis A, common in areas with limited sanitation or where food and water safety is a concern.
Mosquito-Borne Diseases
Consult about malaria prevention medications and vaccines for dengue or Zika-prone regions, especially in tropical and subtropical areas.
How it Works One Step At a Time
Prepare for every adventure with TeleDoctorOnCall, reliable virtual healthcare that lets you explore confidently.
Step 1
Share your Travel Plans
After completing a brief online questionnaire that outlines your travel plans and medical history, our U.S.-licensed physicians will review your information to provide personalized recommendations and assess the suitability of your medication.
Timeframe: 4-6 minutes
Step 2
Personalized Prescription
Our licensed physicians will review your travel health information within 24 hours and recommend the most suitable FDA-approved medications for your trip. During a convenient 10–15 minute consultation, they will provide personalized prescriptions tailored to your travel needs.
Timeframe: 24 hours
Step 3
Pickup at your Pharmacy
Your medications are delivered quickly to your nearest pharmacy, giving you one less thing to worry about before your trip.
Timeframe: 1-2 business days (to your door)
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Meet with a board-certified doctor, nurse, or clinician who will assess your travel plans, recommend appropriate vaccines and medications, and send prescriptions directly to your pharmacy when needed.
Meet A DoctorWhy Are Vaccines Recommended for Travel?
Vaccinations are a vital part of safe and healthy travel. Here’s why they matter:
- Protect Against Region-Specific Diseases Many destinations have diseases uncommon in the US. Vaccines protect you from illnesses like yellow fever, typhoid, and Japanese encephalitis prevalent in certain regions.
- Meet Entry Requirements Some countries require proof of vaccination for entry. Yellow fever certification is mandatory for travel to many African and South American countries.
- Prevent Serious Illness Travel vaccines protect against potentially life-threatening diseases. Prevention through vaccination is far safer and more effective than treating illness abroad.
- Protect Your Community Vaccination prevents bringing diseases back home, protecting family, friends, and your community from potential outbreaks.
Understanding Vaccine Types
Vaccines protect your Health
Vaccines protect your health in different ways, depending on their type. Understanding these categories is important for making informed decisions about your healthcare and travel plans. Different vaccines work by training your immune system to recognize and fight specific diseases, whether through live-attenuated, inactivated, mRNA, or booster formulations.
Inactivated Vaccines
These vaccines contain killed versions of disease-causing germs. They're safe and effective but may require booster doses. Examples include hepatitis A, polio, and rabies vaccines.
Live Attenuated Vaccines
These contain weakened forms of living germs that can't cause disease in healthy people. They provide strong, long-lasting immunity. Examples include MMR and yellow fever vaccines.
Subunit, Recombinant, and Conjugate Vaccines
These vaccines use specific pieces of the germ rather than the whole organism. Examples include hepatitis B and meningococcal vaccines.
mRNA Vaccines
The newest vaccine technology that teaches cells to make protein triggering an immune response. While primarily developed for COVID-19, this technology may expand to other travel-related diseases.
Travel FAQs
Preparing for international travel involves more than just booking tickets. It’s important to stay informed about visa requirements, health precautions, and especially recommended vaccines to protect your health abroad.
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Travel Vaccines Consultation $89
Stay protected wherever your travels take you. Our travel vaccine consultations help you determine which immunizations are recommended