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FAQ's - Frequently Asked Questions


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If I have cancer, leukemia, AIDS or any other immune system problem can I get vaccinated?

If I take cortisone, prednisone, other steroids or anticancer drugs, or have had radiology treatment can I get vaccinated?

If I tested positive on a past TB screening can I get another TB screening for my job?

How soon do I need to get my travel vaccines?

How long is a Tetanus immunization good for?

What are the side effects of these vaccinations?

How long will these side effects last?

What countries required the Yellow Fever vaccine?

Where do I get a certificate of vaccination for Yellow Fever?


 

If I have cancer, leukemia, AIDS or any other immune system problem can I get vaccinated?

 

You must get a note from your physician stating it is alright for you to receive

the vaccines you want or need prior to coming in for vaccinations.

 

 

If I take cortisone, prednisone, other steroids or anticancer drugs, or have had radiology treatment can I get vaccinated?

 

You must get a note from your physician stating it is alright for you to receive

the vaccines you want or need prior to coming in for vaccinations.

 

 

If I tested positive on a past TB screening can I get another TB screening for my job?

 

No, if you are a previous positive, you must get a chest x-ray to prove you are negative for TB.

 

 

How soon do I need to get my travel vaccines?

 

At least 2-4 weeks prior to your travels depending on what vaccines you are getting.

 

 

How long is a Tetanus immunization good for?

 

10 years, but if travel often you should have it every 5 years.

 

 

What are the side effects of these vaccinations?

 

You may experience some redness at the injection site, a feeling like you’re coming down with the flu, and the Tetanus vaccine will cause soreness to the

arm that received the injection.

 

 

How long will these side effects last?

 

These side effects should last approximately 2-7 days.

 

 

What countries required the Yellow Fever vaccine?

 

Check this link to find out more:  http://www.cdc.gov/travel/vaccinat.htm

 

 

Where do I get a certificate of vaccination for Yellow Fever?

 

You will be receiving the certificate of vaccination for Yellow Fever at our clinic after the nurse has given you the vaccination.

 

 

 

 

 

Please call (626) 744-6121

for information