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Shingrix
Shingles is a reactivation of the chickenpox you had in previous years. The risk of shingles increases as we get older. Shingles can cause severe blisters, pain & burning on the torso, limbs or face. For 1 in 5 people with shingles the long term nerve pain can go on for months or years. This […]
Read MoreINFLUENZA VACCINE OPTIONS – 65 & Older
Influenza Vaccine Options for Individuals 65 years & older 2019/2020 Agriflu/ Fluviral (GOOD) – This is a standard influenza vaccine that the Travel Clinic is giving free to all individuals. This vaccine is effective in those under 65 years but only moderately effective in the over 65 age group. High-Dose Fluzone (BEST) – This is […]
Read MoreFluzone High-Dose for 65 & Older
Fluzone High-Dose for 65 & Older Background: As people age, they become more susceptible to influenza-related complications due to immunosenescence, a natural and progressive weakening of the immune system over time. As a result, seniors are less responsive to standard dose influenza vaccine This is the rationale for the development of Fluzone High-Dose What […]
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Zika Virus – Traveller Information
January 19, 2016ZIKA VIRUS Zika virus is closely related to the dengue, yellow fever and West Nile viruses. It causes a mild influenza-like illness and is transmitted by the Aedes mosquitoes that bite mostly during the day, but also at night. Human to human transmission through sexual contact and during pregnancy when the disease can be transmitted […]
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HPV 9 Vaccine Provides Wider Protection
May 28, 2015There are 5 additional types of HPV that this new vaccine protects against.
How do the two vaccines differ? What do we recommend? Read More.
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