Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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»hepatitis A - a single dose at least two to four weeks before departure gives protection
for up to a year; a booster 12 months later gives another 10 years or more of protection
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»hepatitis B - now considered routine for most travellers
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»measles, mumps and rubella - two doses of MMR recommended unless you have pre-
viously had the diseases; young adults may require a booster
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»polio - generally given in childhood and should be boosted every 10 years
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»typhoid - recommended if you're travelling for more than a couple of weeks
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»yellow fever - vaccination is required for entry into Jordan for all travellers over one
year of age if coming from infected areas such as sub-Saharan Africa and parts of South
America
Travelling with Medication
Bring medications in their original clearly labelled containers. A signed and dated letter
from your physician describing your medical conditions and medications, including gen-
eric names, is also a good idea. If carrying syringes or needles, be sure to have a physi-
cian's letter documenting their medical necessity and keep these handy when entering or
exiting any of Jordan's borders.
Websites
It's a good idea to consult your government's travel health website before departure.
Australia
(
www.dfat.gov.au/travel
)
Canada
(
www.travelhealth.gc.ca
)
UK
(
www.doh.gov.uk
)
US
(
www.cdc.gov/travel
)
In addition to government health websites, the following provide useful health informa-
tion:
Centre for Disease Control
(
www.cdc.gov
)
Overview of the health issues facing travel-
lers to Jordan and neighbouring countries.
Lonely Planet
(
www.lonelyplanet.com
)
General advice.
MD Travel Health
(
www.mdtravelhealth.com
) Complete travel-health recommendations
for every country, updated daily, also at no cost.
World Health Organization
(
www.who.int/ith
)
Publishes a free, online book,
Interna-
tional Travel and Health
, revised annually.
