[JordanD]

Side point in the YF certificate – I’ve one of the older style certificates, which folds nicely and can be stapled into the back of the passport; this is very handy as some countries require proof of vaccination for entry, if you have previously been in a country where YF is common.

Others – like Tanzania – require proof on entry; on entry into JRO two years ago, all YF certificates were checked along with our visas.

[BeckyBoop]

FlyingDoc, Thanks!! and no its NOT boring just very handy to know!! 🙂 x

[Bruce98]

Malaria prophylaxis is not 100% … remember Cheryl Cole who was very ill, despite taking them.

Agree that bite prevention is also important; I carry a can of fly/mossie spray to knock down anything in the room at nightfall and also the liquid/plug in devices to maintain some protection overnight.

[FlyingDoc]

Bruce, yes, I agree, but I rather take it than not, hence my point about mosquito avoidance.

Becky, many thanks, your comment makes me feel better !

[Deleted_User]

I agree with Becky.

FlyingDoc, it’s great to have an expert in the field on the Forum.

Muchas gracias por tus consejos.

[FlyingDoc]

Thanks

It’s my pleasure,

now off to do some boring paperwork !

[Martin33]

I travelled to Zanzibar last year and border control required we show our YF certificates upon landing. This was the first time I was required to produce documentation I had received the vaccine.

There was a family on the flight who did not have a YF certificate. Border control were threatening to deny them access as I made my way to collect my luggage. Not sure if they were allowed access in the end or not.

[sandtrekker]

@Martin33
I had the same experience at Zanzibar “International” Airport last December. You should get your YF in any case. I don’t think you want to come down with it and it lasts for 10 years.

[maxgeorge]

Into Zim, Namibia or South Africa from the DRC or CAR, you’ll need a Yellow Fever cert.

Also from Brasil into Uruguay, Argentina or Chile, though it is not always requested.

Get the shot anyway. I recently had a short, sharp shock with neurine typhus, following a hike along a tropical trail, and yellow fever is, I’m told, far worse.

[MartynSinclair]

I was having thoughts of a rabies jab as I am petrified about getting bitten by dogs when out and about walking in Asia. A client works for one of the big Pharmaceutical companys. What has confused me is there are different types of vaccines.

On a similar theme, I have never had any injections for travel. I know YF is being discussed, but do regular travellers keep up to date with all shots. I have spoken to a couple of corporate pilots this evening and they wondered why I was even asking.

Do most of you keep up to date or do not bother??

[MartynSinclair]

bumping….

If the situation in NYC is not dealt with quickly, could this cause any health issues?

[Papillion53]

MS – the DH travels extensively in Africa/Middle East for work and he always keeps his vacs up to date – company sends him for jabs, but he would do it anyway.

I also keep mine up to date just in case we go together somewhere where it’s required.

[Swissdiver]

If my memory serves, Yellow Fever vaccination is required to get entry visa to Nigeria.
I tend to get all possible vaccinations done, YF only when necessary. Also used Malarone with no problem.

[simonjames]

The number of yellow fever situations has increased over the past two decades due to declining population immunity to infection, deforestation, urbanization, population movements and climate change.

[maxgeorge]

Although it was not noted when booking on-line, nor was there any warning at check-in, if you’re flying BA/Comair JNB-LIV they won’t let you board without a Yellow Fever Vac. certificate ( as of August 26, last time I flew ).
SA immigration sometimes ask for the cert if arriving from Zambia, but I crossed the Zambia/Namibia/Botswana & Zimbabwe borders several times earlier this month and it was never required, despite northern Zambia now being considered a yellow fever problem area.

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