Travel Vaccines

Cholera and traveller’s diarrhea are diarrheal infections typically caused by contaminated food or water. Depending on the vaccine, multiple doses may be required before your trip.

Hepatitis A and B are viral liver infections. The doses you need can vary depending on age and existing medical conditions.

Yellow fever is spread by infected mosquitoes. A single-dose vaccine is recommended at least 10 days before travel.

Typhoid is an infection caused by Salmonella Typhi. Depending on the vaccine, it may be needed one to two weeks before travel.

Rabies affects the nervous system and is commonly spread by a bite or scratch from a rabid animal.

Japanese encephalitis spreads through mosquito bites in many Asian countries and parts of the western Pacific.

Vaccinations are crucial for maintaining health during travel and upon returning home. Your Rexall Pharmacist can recommend vaccines based on your destination, itinerary, health, and vaccine history.

Travel vaccines are typically not covered by provincial health plans, but some may be covered by private or extended health insurance plans.

We recommend scheduling a travel health consultation four to six weeks before your trip because some vaccines require multiple doses or need to be ordered.

Yes. Yellow fever vaccines are available at select Rexall locations. After vaccination, you will receive an International Certificate of Vaccination.

Travel vaccines are not always stocked on-site. Book a pre-travel consultation so the appropriate vaccines can be ordered for your appointment.

Travel vaccines are provided following a personalized travel health consultation so recommendations and vaccine availability can be tailored to your trip.