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Travel plans can change quickly, and when they do, Destination Health Clinic in Massachusetts is ready to protect you against common travel illness, including yellow fever.
Yellow Fever Appointments in Massachusetts
With multiple offices in Massachusetts, including Boston area offices, same-day yellow fever vaccine appointments are often available. Maybe you’re chasing a spontaneous adventure in a yellow fever risk area, or racing against a last-minute deadline to submit a visa application and required to show proof of the yellow fever vaccination. Choose to schedule your appointment online or call the office nearest you. Don’t see any available yellow fever vaccine appointments online? Give us a call and we’ll try out best to get you seen same-day. We’re all about getting you vaccinated and on your way, hassle-free.
Yellow Fever Vaccine: Your Travel Must-Have
Yellow fever, a mosquito-borne illness in parts of Africa and South America, can be life-threatening or even fatal. As a CDC-certified Yellow Fever vaccination site, Destination Health Clinic provides the “CDC yellow card” required for entry into certain countries.
Why It’s a Big Deal:
- Health Risk: Protects against a serious disease.
- Border Rules: Mandatory for some nations, especially if you’ve visited risk areas and traveling between multiple countries.
Lasting Coverage: One shot often provides lifelong immunity.
Beyond Yellow Fever
We’ve got you covered for other recommended health precautions like;
- Extra Vaccines: Typhoid fever, hepatitis A, and others as needed.
- Malaria Defense: Prescription medication and prevention strategies.
- Travel Tips: Personalized advice for any destination. We’re your pre-travel health hub.
Lock in Your Appointment
Don’t let yellow fever risks trip you up. Contact Destination Health Clinic for same-day options or plan ahead with an advanced appointment:
- Braintree, MA: 220 Forbes Rd Suite 208, 02184 | (781) 205-0205
- Natick, MA: 209 W Central Street #208, 01760 | (508) 784-6602
- Longmeadow, MA: 175 Dwight Rd Suite 303-D, 01106 | (413) 200-4139
Where Massachusetts Travelers Need It
Massachusetts residents take off from Boston Logan International Airport to incredible places—including some with yellow fever risks. Below are popular destinations where the vaccine is recommended or required, :
| Country | Yellow Fever Status | Why It’s a Hit with Locals |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | Recommended for areas like Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and the Amazon | Carnival, beaches, rainforests |
| Peru | Recommended for regions east of the Andes below 7,500 ft (e.g., Amazon), not Lima or Cusco | Machu Picchu, cultural tours |
| Colombia | Recommended for most areas below 7,500 ft, sometimes for larger cities but not Bogota. | Coastal cities, coffee regions |
| Ecuador | Recommended for eastern provinces (e.g., Morona-Santiago, Napo) below 7,500 ft, not Quito or Galapagos | Galapagos, Andean landscapes |
| Panama | Recommended for areas east of the Canal Zone (e.g., Darién, Kuna Yala), not Panama City or Canal Zone | Canal tours, tropical vibes |
| Kenya | Recommended for most safari tours and sometimes for Nairobi and Mombasa. | Safaris, wildlife wonders |
| Ghana | Required for all arriving travelers ≥9 months old | History, bustling markets |
| Nigeria | Recommended for all travelers ≥9 months old | Business, family connections |
| Senegal | Recommended for all travelers ≥9 months old | Music, coastal getaways |
Note: Countries like South Africa may require proof if you’re arriving from a yellow fever risk zone, even though yellow fever isn’t found there.