Yellow Fever Vaccinations
What is Yellow Fever?
Yellow fever is a disease caused by a virus transmitted by a bite from an infected mosquito, specifically Aedes and Haemagogus species. The disease gets its name from the yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice) that occurs when the virus attacks the liver.
90% of yellow fever cases occur in Africa and 10% in the Americas. It is endemic in African countries around the equator and in tropical areas of South America, including Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Several Caribbean islands are also at low risk.
Yellow fever can be prevented by a single-dose vaccine along with protective measures to prevent mosquito bites. The vaccine provides immunity for 10 years or more. It is recommended to get the yellow fever vaccine at least 10 days before travelling to allow for immunity to develop however travelers are recommended to consult with a health care provider or visit a travel health clinic at least six weeks before travel.
For entry into certain countries, proof of immunization against yellow fever (International Certificate of Vaccination) is required by law.
It is recommended that you get the yellow fever vaccine before you travel to an area where there is a risk of yellow fever.
Yellow Fever Vaccination Centers
The following Rexall locations are Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres designated by the Public Health Agency of Canada and can issue a International Certificate of Vaccination, also referred to as the “yellow card”.
Alberta
Wye & Ash, Sherwood Park
Store Info301 Wye Road, Suite 11
Sherwood Park, AB T8B 0A4
Store #7234Phone Number:
780-449-1493Ellerslie & Parsons
Store Info9404 Ellerslie Rd
SW Edmonton, AB T6X 0K6
Store #7232Phone Number:
780-461-6400Heritage Edmonton
Store Info2375 - 111 Street
Edmonton, AB T6J 5E5
Store #7230Phone Number:
780-433-4555McKenzie Towne Calgary
Store Info70 High Street SE
Calgary, AB T2Z 3V1
Store #7285Phone Number:
403-257-3628Devon
Store Info180 Miquelon Avenue, Unit# 101
Devon, AB T9G 1A6
Store #7513Phone Number:
780-987-3793Strathcona Calgary
Store Info555 Strathcona Blvd. SW., #148
Calgary, AB T3H 2Z9
Store #7287Phone Number:
403-249-0455Harvest Hills
Store Info9650 Harvest Hills Blvd. NE, Unit 300
Calgary, AB T3K 0B3
Store #7228Phone Number:
403-567-9102Ross St Red Deer
Store Info4826 Ross Street
Red Deer, AB T4N 1X4
Store #7271Phone Number:
403-342-6535Edmonton Clinic South
Store Info11400 University Ave
Edmonton, AB T6G 1Z1
Store #9807Phone Number:
780-407-4881Lethbridge Crossing
Store Info20-12 Aquitania Blvd W
Lethbridge, AB T1J 5L4
Store #7517Phone Number:
587-486-9357
Ontario
Duckworth Street Barrie
Store Info353 Duckworth Street
Barrie, ON L4M 3X8
Store #1370Phone Number:
705-739-0027Brightwater
Store Info2-175 Lakeshore Road West
Mississauga, ON L5H 0A6
Store #8223Phone Number:
905-278-5744Stone Church/Upper Ottawa Hamilton
Store Info1395 Upper Ottawa Street
Hamilton, ON L8W 3L5
Store #204Phone Number:
905-383-5999Derry & Scott Milton
Store Info6541 Derry Road
Milton, ON L9T 7W1
Store #6964Phone Number:
905-876-8903Second Ln & Wellington
Store Info13 Second Line West
Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6C 2J1
Store #6967Phone Number:
705-942-0873Promenade Thornhill
Store Info1 Promenade Circle, #183
Thornhill, ON L4J 4P8
Store #117Phone Number:
905-764-0545Cloveridge Mall Ajax
Store Info955 Westney Road South, Unit #7
Ajax, ON L1S 3K7
Store #2246Phone Number:
905-683-1315College Square Nepean
Store InfoB-1363 Woodroffe Avenue
Nepean, ON K2G 1V7
Store #1149Phone Number:
613-224-7621Yonge & Clearmeadow Newmarket
Store Info16900 Yonge Street
Newmarket, ON L3Y 0A3
Store #6966Phone Number:
905-953-1636Kingston SC Kingston
Store Info1036 Princess Street
Kingston, ON K7L 1H2
Store #1529Phone Number:
613-542-4241 ext. 3Metcalfe & Nepean
Store Info160 Elgin Street
Ottawa, ON K2P 2C4
Store #8190Phone Number:
613-232-4204Root Plaza Guelph
Store Info666 Woolwich Street, Unit 140
Guelph, N1H 7G5
Store #1028Phone Number:
519-836-3200Elmvale Acres SC Ottawa
Store Info1910 St. Laurent Blvd.
Ottawa, ON K1G 1A4
Store #414Phone Number:
613-733-4574Queen & University
Store Info250 University Ave Unit 120
Toronto, ON M5H 3E5
Store #8141Phone Number:
416-591-6493Lawrence Allen Centre
Store Info700 Lawrence Avenue West, Unit 109
Toronto, ON M6A 3B4
Store #8224Phone Number:
416-781-9991Richview Plaza Weston
Store Info250 Wincott Drive
Weston, ON M9R 2R5
Store #869Phone Number:
416-248-1735College Park Toronto
Store Info777 Bay Street, Unit C216
Toronto, ON M5G 2C8
Store #745Phone Number:
416-977-5824Silvercreek
Store Info105 Silvercreek Parkway N, #103
Guelph, ON N1H 6S4
Store #8171Phone Number:
5198228000Hwy 118 Bracebridge
Store Info55 - Hwy 118 West
Bracebridge, ON P1L 1T2
Store #281Phone Number:
705-645-8738Stoneybrook London
Store Info1593 Adelaide Street North
London, ON N5X 4E8
Store #1859Phone Number:
519-645-6206Yonge & Richmond
Store Info159 Yonge Street
Toronto, ON M5C 1X7
Store #8161Phone Number:
416-603-4888Atikokan Rexall
Store Info123 Marks St
Atikokan, ON P0T 1C0
Store #8167Phone Number:
807-597-2785
British Columbia
Village Sq Whistler
Store Info201-4204 Village Square
Whistler, BC V8E 1H5
Store #7116Phone Number:
604-932-4251Yates St Victoria
Store Info1120 Yates Street
Victoria, BC V8V 3M9
Store #7129Phone Number:
250-385-7701Waterfront Centre
Store Info200 Burrard Street, Unit R007A
Vancouver, BC V6C 3L6
Store #7184Phone Number:
604-681-2195Granville & Pender
Store Info499 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC V6C 1T1
Store #7174Phone Number:
604-801-6991
FAQ
What are the symptoms of Yellow Fever?
Symptoms include sudden onset of fever, headache, joint pain, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, vomiting, and dehydration. In about 15% of patients, it can lead to severe illness, including shock, internal bleeding, jaundice, and organ failure.
Is the yellow fever vaccine safe?
Yes, the yellow fever vaccine is safe for most people.
Yellow fever vaccination is not recommended for certain individuals, such as those with severe allergies to any component of the vaccine, infants younger than 6 months, and individuals with compromised immune systems (e.g. HIV infection with immunosuppression).
Yellow fever vaccination is cautioned for ages 6-8 months, age ≥60 years, asymptomatic HIV infection with moderate immunosuppression, and pregnant and breastfeeding women.
What should I bring to my travel consultation?
Please bring your travel itinerary, any previous vaccination records, and a valid ID. This information helps our pharmacists provide the best care and ensure you receive the appropriate vaccinations
Are there any side effects of the yellow fever vaccine?
Common side effects include mild headache, muscle pain, and low-grade fever. Serious side effects are rare but can include allergic reactions.
How long before I travel should I get the yellow fever vaccine?
It is recommended to get the yellow fever vaccine at least 10 days before traveling to allow for immunity to develop. However, travelers are recommended to consult with a health care provider or visit a travel health clinic at least six weeks before travel.