Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
though a rapid schedule is also available, as is a combined vaccination for Hepatitis
A. Side effects are mild and uncommon, usually headache and a sore arm.
MMeasle
ella (MMR) Two doses of MMR are recommended unless
you have had the diseases. Occasionally a rash and flu-like illness can develop a
week after receiving the vaccine. Many young adults need a booster.
Typphoiid Recommended unless your trip is less than a week. The vaccine offers
around 70% protection, lasts for two to three years and comes as a single dose.
Tablets are also available, although the injection is usually recommended, as it has
fewer side effects. A sore arm and fever may occur.
Variicella
sles, Mum
, Mumps & R
s & Ruubella (MMR
ella If you haven't had chickenpox discuss this vaccination with your doctor.
The following are recommended for long-term travellers (more than one month) or
those at special risk:
IInflue
fluenza A single jab lasts one year and is recommended for those over 65 years
of age or with underlying medical conditions such as heart or lung disease.
Pneuumoniia A single injection with a booster after five years is recommended for all
travellers over 65 years of age or with underlying medical conditions that com-
promise immunity, such as heart or lung disease, cancer or HIV.
Raabiies Three injections are required. A booster after one year will then provide 10
years' protection. Side effects are rare - occasionally headache and a sore arm.
Tuuberculo
is (TTB) A complex issue. High-risk, adult, long-term travellers are usu-
ally recommended to have a TB skin test before and after travel, rather than a vac-
cination. Only one vaccine is given in a lifetime. Children under five spending more
than three months in China and/or Mongolia should be vaccinated.
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Insurance
Adequate cover
If your health insurance does not cover you for medical expenses
abroad, consider supplemental insurance. Check the Lonely Planet
(
www.lonelyplanet.com/travel-insurance
)
site for more information.
Payment policy
While you may prefer a policy that pays hospital bills on the spot, rather
than paying first and sending in documents later, the only place in Mongolia that might ac-
cept this is the SOS Medica clinic (
Click here
).
Pre-existing conditions
Declare any existing medical conditions to the insurance com-
pany; if your problem is pre-existing, the company will not cover you if it is not declared.
