VACCINATIONS

There are several immunizations required for travel to Kenya. Please consult your physician or a local travel medical clinic since the requirements do change from time to time.
The sooner you look after immunization requirements, the better. Sometimes appointments are needed for immunizations like Yellow Fever and it does take some time for the immunizations to be effective.
The following immunizations are required:

• Typhoid - either oral or injected
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Polio - must be up to date
• Yellow fever - be sure to obtain a certificate for your immunization booklet
• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B - The hepatitis immunizations may be combined

In addition the following may be recommended:

• Meningococcal Meningitis ACY and 135 - if you have had a meningitis vaccination in the past do not assume that it is the correct vaccination for travel.
• Dukoral - (an oral vaccine for cholera that also reduces symptoms of traveler's diarrhea. Not required but highly recommended) This immunization is available on prescription and requires two doses to be taken orally at one week intervals with coverage beginning after 2 weeks.

Malaria prophylaxis
In addition to the vaccinations you must get a prescription for one of the following anti-malarial medications. Discuss which is best for you with your physician.

• Malarone- Daily - Expensive but effective and with minimal side effects
• Mefloquine - (Larium) taken weekly and for six weeks after travel. May have side effects of sleep disturbance, vivid dreams, anxiety and even psychosis
• Doxycycline - Daily - may cause yeast infections, diarrhea or sun sensitivity
  We recommend Malarone unless there is some medical contraindication or the expense is prohibitive. It is usually covered by most Supplementary Medical Plans.