Travel health & vaccinations
Travel well. Start here.
From travel vaccines to a personal preparation plan, start your next trip with care from Dr Aziz Clinic in Indianapolis.
Plan ahead: ideally 4–6 weeks before travel.
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Tell us where
Share your route, dates and plans.
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Make your plan
Review vaccines and travel health needs.
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Travel prepared
Know your next steps before departure.
Designated yellow fever vaccination provider
Your yellow fever provider in Indianapolis.
Yellow fever vaccination and official travel documentation, with a review of your itinerary and health history to confirm eligibility.
View our CDC directory listing (opens another website)First-dose certificates are valid after 10 days.
About your travel certificateVaccinations we offer
Different journeys. Personal vaccine plans.
Explore our travel vaccinations. Your destination, health history and previous doses help us decide what fits your trip.
Hepatitis A and B
Review your protection before you travel.
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Hepatitis A can spread through contaminated food or water. Hepatitis B spreads through blood and certain body fluids. We review your vaccination history and discuss which doses are appropriate for your trip.
Learn more from CDC about hepatitis A and hepatitis B.
Meningococcal (meningitis)
Guidance for your destination and activities.
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Some destinations and travel activities call for meningococcal vaccination. We review your itinerary, current destination guidance and prior doses to help plan the right vaccination.
Typhoid
Vaccination alongside food and water precautions.
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Typhoid vaccination may be recommended where typhoid is a travel risk. Food and water precautions still matter, even after vaccination. Ask which vaccine option and timing fit your travel plans.
Cholera
For eligible travelers to areas of active transmission.
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Cholera vaccination is considered for eligible travelers visiting areas with active cholera transmission. It is not routinely recommended for most travelers; your destination and individual circumstances guide the discussion.
Chikungunya
A review of current risks and recommendations.
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Vaccination may be appropriate for travel to outbreak areas or certain extended stays in places with elevated risk. We review current recommendations, your itinerary and medical history before vaccination.
Tdap
A good time to check routine vaccination records.
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Travel planning is a good time to review routine vaccination. Tdap covers tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (whooping cough). Bring your records so we can assess whether an update is due.
Not every traveler needs every vaccine. Confirm availability and any series needed when booking.
Beyond vaccinations
A little preparation goes a long way.
Your travel health plan goes beyond vaccines. We can review practical precautions and prescription needs for your itinerary.
Malaria prevention
Malaria prevention for U.S. travelers involves mosquito-bite precautions and, when appropriate, prescription antimalarial medicine. It is separate from our vaccine services. The medication and when to take it depend on your itinerary and health history.
Food, water & travel medicines
Discuss safer food and water choices, hydration and what to do if you become ill. Your clinician can assess whether prescription medication is appropriate for your trip.
Altitude & motion sickness
If your itinerary includes high elevations, discuss your plans and medical history before departure. We can assess whether altitude-related medication is appropriate.
Planning a cruise, long drive or boat trip? Ask about options for motion sickness and how they may interact with your other medicines.
Where are you headed next?
Bring your plans. We’ll help you prepare for the journey.
Travel questions, answered
A few things before you go
How far in advance should I book an appointment?
Aim to schedule your visit 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Some vaccines need more than one dose or time before travel. If you leave sooner, contact the clinic as soon as possible to review your options.
What should I bring to my travel appointment?
Bring your itinerary, including stopovers, travel dates, activities and length of stay; your vaccination records and any previous yellow fever certificate; and a list of medicines, supplements and allergies.
Have your passport details available for travel documentation. Tell your clinician about past vaccine reactions, pregnancy, immune conditions and other health concerns.
What is the yellow card, and when is it valid?
The International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP) is the official record used for yellow fever entry requirements. After a first yellow fever dose, it becomes valid 10 days later and remains valid for life. Keep the original certificate with your travel documents. Some travelers may still need additional doses for clinical reasons; your clinician can review this with you.
Do I need every travel vaccine listed?
No. Your destination, stopovers, trip length, activities, medical history and previous vaccinations determine which vaccines may be recommended or required. We review these details during your consultation.
Is malaria prevention a vaccine?
For U.S. travelers, malaria prevention uses mosquito-bite precautions and, when appropriate, prescription antimalarial medicine. It is not a travel vaccine service. Follow your prescription instructions, including any doses before travel and after you return.
What if my trip is less than four weeks away?
Contact the clinic as soon as possible. We can review what is still feasible before departure. Some vaccine series and entry-document timelines cannot be shortened.
Will you accept HSA or FSA?
Dr Aziz Clinic happily accepts HSA and FSA funds to help cover the payment for our clinical services. You can either use your HSA or FSA card directly, or use your own form of payment then file a claim in your HSA/FSA account.
