FAQ

What vaccination will I need before my trip to China?

If you plan on traveling to China, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends to get vaccinated for the following vaccine-preventable diseases: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid, Rabies, and Japanese Encephalitis. The rabies vaccine is recommended for travelers spending a substantial amount of time outdoors, especially in rural areas performing activities, such as biking, camping, or hiking. Occupations that have an increased risk of contracting rabies, like veterinarians, should get the vaccine. The Japanese Encephalitis vaccine is recommended to travelers visiting rural farming areas. This information is to be used as a reference. A consultation with our doctor at the Travel Clinic NYC, will provide you with better insight as to what travel vaccination you will need to protect your health.

Are all China travel immunizations required?

The aforementioned China travel immunizations are by no means required, but are highly recommended. All travel vaccines suggested by the CDC and the Travel Clinic of New York are optional and travelers should decide whether they want to get protection against preventable infectious diseases. It is worth to mention that getting all recommended travel vaccination would assure you a safer trip. Travel vaccines should not be seen as a burdening expense, but a meaningful investment.

What can be done to prevent malaria infection?

Malaria infection is not a risk in major cities, such as Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Macau. However, if you will be traveling to rural areas in China near the Yellow River or Tibet, then you will be at risk of contracting a malaria infection. Our doctor at the Travel Clinic NY can prescribe you preventive antimalarial medication, if it is determined during the travel consultation that you are traveling to an at-risk area.

How far ahead of my trip do I have to get my China travel vaccination?

The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends travelers to get the necessary China travel vaccines at least 4-6 weeks before your trip. Some vaccinations such as Rabies and Japanese Encephalitis require several doses in order for it to be effective, therefore you should plan ahead a travel consult. Even if you missed the suggested time frame for getting vaccinations, visit your doctor and get a consultations, as you can still benefit from lat-minutes vaccines and other medications to protect you in your trip.

What other travel health arrangement do I need to make besides getting my China travel vaccines?

In addition to getting your China travel vaccination, there are also prescription drugs available that the Travel Clinic of New York can provide travelers with to prevent or treat diarrhea, motion sickness, altitude sickness, jet lag, etc., which will provide the traveler with increased and all-around protection and improve their trip.

Where can I obtain China travel vaccines?

All the travel vaccinations you will need for your trip to China can be conveniently received at the Travel Clinic NY. Our mission is to provide travelers with a safe and healthy experience while traveling. We keep in mind that travelers adhere to a strict budget, therefore we provide travel vaccines that are reasonably priced.

What will happen during my China travel immunization consultation at the Travel Clinic of New York?

During the travel health consultation, the board certified doctor at the Travel Clinic NY will discuss with you the recommended travel vaccines based on the parts of China you will be visiting. Once the destination has been reviewed, the doctor will go through your past immunization record to decided which travel immunization vaccines you will need. Our doctor will also analyze your itinerary and planned activities in order to prescribe the necessary medications (anti-malarial or anti-diarrheal) to ensure you a safe and healthy trip. In the end, you will be administered all the suggested travel vaccination and be given any written prescriptions.

Will my health insurance cover any of my China travel vaccination?

No. Health insurances consider traveling a personal choice, therefore it is not a medical necessity. As a result, any China travel immunization should be the traveler’s responsibility. Under certain circumstances, your insurer may cover for certain preventive medications (antimalarial or diarrhea medicine). Due to the lack of coverage by health insurances when it comes to traveling, our travel clinic provides travelers with affordable travel vaccination needed for a healthy trip, while helping them stay within their budget.

How much will it cost to get China travel vaccines at the Travel Clinic NY?

Getting the suggested travel vaccinations for your trip to China is very important to protect your health. Since this will not be covered by health insurances, we provide travelers these necessary vaccines at reasonable low prices (See our vaccine price list). A travel consultation and vaccination administration will carry a fee of $65, which is non-waivable, no matter the knowledge the traveler already has when it comes to which travel vaccine is needed for a particular destination. All travel immunization will carry an additional fee. Written prescriptions will be covered under the travel consultation fee.

How can I schedule an appointment for my travel vaccines with the Travel Clinic NYC? 

There are two ways in which you can reserve a travel consultation appointment with the Travel Clinic NY: online or by phone. You can use our innovative online scheduling system (WEB CHECK IN) to reserve an appointment at your preferred date and time. Or you can call our travel center at 212 696 5900 and speak with our friendly staff to schedule an appointment. Appointments are not necessary as our office welcomes “walk-ins”.

What are the hours of service for the Travel Clinic NY?

We offer travel vaccination services during weekdays and are also available on Saturdays. For your convenience extended evening hours are offered by our clinic. Walk-ins are accepted at all available hours of operation.

How can I locate the Travel Clinic of New York?

You can reach the Travel Clinic NY by visiting our office that is conveniently located in Midtown in the heat of New York City. The clinic is easily accessible through public transportation, as our clinic is located two blocks away from major Manhattan train stations, such as 42nd Street (Bryant Park) and Grand Central Terminal.

Protect your health and travel investment by getting the recommended China travel immunizations at the Travel Clinic of New York.

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