So procrastination is usually harmless, but this might be an exception. Travel immunizations are recommended 4-8 weeks before departure.
I leave for BA in 5 days.
According to Travel MD the following immunizations are recommended for Buenos Aires:
Hepatitis A | Recommended for all travelers |
Typhoid | For travelers who may eat or drink outside major restaurants and hotels |
Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) | Two doses recommended for all travelers born after 1956, if not previously given |
Tetanus-diphtheria | Revaccination recommended every 10 years |
But wait, it's not that simple. Travel MD continues that travelers leaving the Buenos Aires city limits should consider:
Yellow fever | Recommended for all travelers older than nine months who are going to the northern and northeastern forested areas of Argentina, including Iguacu Falls and all areas bordering Paraguay and Brazil |
Rabies | For travelers at high risk for animal bites or involved in any activities that might bring them into direct contact with bats |
Maleria | Recommended for rural areas of Salta and Jujuy province (along border with Bolivia) and Misiones and Corrientes province (along border with Paraguay). Malaria is present in Iguacu Falls. |
So now I am wondering, will I be having direct contact with bats? Hanging out in forested areas? These are difficult questions to answer in advance, so I'm thinking err on the side of caution? Appointment is set for Wednesday morning. Immunizations all around, just hope it's not too late!

Thanks a lot for this info!!!
ReplyDeleteWe've already payed the rent for some Buenos Aires apartments, so I'm travelling to Argentina for sure.
I think this info will be more than usefull for me :)
Thanks a lot!