Vaccine Information and Resources

Travel

Planning a trip outside Canada? Allow several months to get your Travel Vaccines in order. Start by contacting your health care provider or travel medicine clinic. You should be aware of which immunizations you have had in the past.

Vaccination recommendations can vary depending on medical and immunization history, destination, travel duration and accommodations, and any health conditions such as pregnancy, allergies, asthma, and diabetes. Consult your doctor or a travel vaccine clinic 2 to 3 months in advance of travel to allow enough time to complete your scheduled immunizations.

Information Links

Travel Vaccine Recommendations - Canada
The Public Health Agency of Canada provides recommendations for routine and required travel vaccines and information on vaccination for immunodeficient and pregnant travelers.

Travel-Related Diseases - Canada
The Public Health Agency of Canada provides fact sheets on the transmission, symptoms and prevention of all travel-related diseases.

Questions & Answers about Vaccination - Canada
Public Health Agency of Canada answers questions about vaccination, with an emphasis on vaccine safety.

International Student Identity Card - International
The international student identity card (ISIC) is the essential discount card for full-time students.

International Travel and Health 2011 Book - International
International travel and health 2011 book is now available. This report provides information on health risks for travelers provided by the World Health Organization.

International Association for Medical Assistance to Travellers - International
IAMAT is the longest running provider of travel health advice. They specialize in giving free, up-to-date, and credible travel health information.

What to Pack for a Trip - International
What to pack when travelling? An old adage suggests bringing half as much clothing and twice as much money. OneBag.com offers a list of the maximum amount of stuff one should ever need to cart around.