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International Travel

Visit a local travel clinic before traveling to exotic destinations.

Utah Travel Clinic

Visit: Utah Travel Clinic Web Page
Call: 385-468-SHOT (7468)

Salt Lake County Clinics

Salt Lake Public Health Center

610 South 200 East, 1st Floor
Salt Lake City, UT 84111

South Redwood Public Health Center

7971 South 1825 West
West Jordan, UT 84088

Travel Vaccines

How Travel Vaccines Differ from Well-Child Vaccines

Physicians administer regular well-child vaccines according to a predetermined schedule. These vaccines protect against diseases such as measles, mumps, rubella, polio, meningitis, and pneumonia. Their primary aim is to prevent widespread infections within communities.

In contrast, travel vaccines are specifically tailored to safeguard individuals against diseases that may be prevalent or endemic in specific travel destinations. These vaccines are intended for people who are traveling to regions where certain diseases pose a significant risk.

Examples of travel vaccines include those for yellow fever, typhoid, rabies, and Japanese encephalitis

When and Why Travel Vaccines are Necessary

The necessity of travel vaccines depends on various factors, including the destination, duration of stay, activities planned, and individual health factors. Certain countries or regions may require proof of specific travel vaccinations as a condition of entry. Travel vaccines also help prevent the spread of these diseases back to the traveler’s home country. By receiving the necessary vaccines, travelers can reduce their risk of contracting and transmitting diseases to vulnerable populations, including infants, elderly individuals, and those with weakened immune systems.

How and Where to Get Travel Vaccines

Travel vaccines aren’t something a pediatrician’s office would keep on hand because they’re so rarely needed by the average kid. Furthermore, understanding the requirements, timing, and reporting of vaccines for various regions is a specialty. If you’re planning a trip to an affected region, consult the Utah Health & Human Services Travel Clinics online or by phone.