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what is travel vaccination and why is it important?

Before travelling overseas, families must consut their GPs regarding travel vaccines.

Girl Receiving Shot

Beautiful 10 year old Indian girl scared to receive a shot. Source: iStockphoto

People often make a lot of preparations for travelling overseas, but there is an important aspect that must not be ignored – health. Although many people in Australia, especially kids are up to date with their vaccinations, but when travelling overseas, these vaccinations are not enough to protect them from diseases.

Dr Khillan advises that parents should consult their doctors way in advance regarding travel vaccination for their kids to keep them safe while travelling. Most of the GPs provide travel vaccinations and there are special clinics in place as well that can help.

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