What I thought was great about this clinic was the fact that I could be seen after work hours. I didn't miss a day of work and I received all my vaccines
- Sara. F
What is rabies?
Rabies is an acute viral infection usually transmitted by the bite or scratch of an infected animal. Mostly infections are caused by dog bites. However, many other animals including cats, monkeys, tigers, rabbits, rats, mongoose and squirrels are also known to carry rabies. The virus attacks nerves and muscles throughout the body. Disease is nearly always deadly.
As a rule of thumb, travelers should avoid any animals that could potentially pass on rabies.
Who needs to be vaccinated?
The following travelers should be offered pre-exposure rabies immunization:- People living in, or travelling for more than 1 month to, high risk areas (e.g. jungle habitat) where there is no access to reliable, prompt safe medical care.
- People travelling for less than 1 month to high risk areas but who may be exposed to rabies because of their activities, or those who would have limited access to post-exposure medical care.
- People who are working abroad with, or in close contact with, animals (e.g. veterinarians, zoologists).
What is the schedule for rabies vaccination?
- The rabies vaccine contains the inactivated rabies virus. It is given in three injections on day 0, day 7, and day 21 or 28.
- People who are immunized and then are bitten or scratched by an animal suspected of having rabies should have a dose of rabies vaccine on day 0 and 3.
Rabies Vaccine should be ordered in advance
What should be expected after vaccination?
Local reactions may occur such as redness, swelling, or pain at the site of rabies injection within 24–48 hours of administration. Systemic reactions (lip and tongue swelling, rash, shortness of breath, etc) are rare.
Where can traveler get vaccinated for rabies in New York City?
Travelers can get vaccinated promptly and safely in our certified conveniently located travel clinic in Midtown Manhattan.
Please contact us at (212) 696 5900 to ensure your travel safety.
For more information please go to: http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/kidsrabies/vaccination/vaccination.htm