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We advise on vaccinations and health matters before travel. Please bring your vaccination record if you have one.
Advice and seasonal influenza vaccination at our practice.
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Influenza is genuine flu and can be much more serious than a common cold. We offer seasonal vaccination at our practice. STIKO recommends it particularly for people aged 60 and over, pregnant women and people with certain existing conditions. We discuss whether it is recommended for you individually.
RKI: influenza vaccination recommendation
Reviewing primary protection and necessary boosters.
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Diphtheria is a bacterial illness affecting the airways or skin. A toxin produced by the bacteria can cause severe damage. Vaccination protects against this toxin; reliable protection requires a complete vaccination series and appropriate boosters.
Individual advice on protection against severe COVID-19.
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COVID-19 may be severe, especially with certain risks. Vaccination primarily aims to reduce severe illness. Recommendations and variant adaptations change, so selection follows current STIKO recommendations and available vaccines.
Reducing the risk of shingles and persistent nerve pain.
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Shingles results from reactivation of varicella-zoster viruses that may remain in the body after chickenpox. A painful rash and lasting nerve pain are possible consequences. Vaccination helps prevent shingles and does not replace chickenpox vaccination.
Reviewing whooping cough protection, including protection for infants.
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Whooping cough is a bacterial respiratory infection often causing prolonged cough. It can be particularly dangerous for infants. Adults can also become ill and transmit it without typical symptoms initially.
Reviewing complete immunisation and particular travel risks.
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Polioviruses can damage the nervous system and cause paralysis. Transmission mainly occurs through contaminated hands, water or food. Although rare in Germany, complete vaccination remains important because of risks worldwide.
Discussing protection against certain serious bacterial infections.
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Meningococci can cause meningitis or blood poisoning, and illness can quickly become severe. There are different bacterial groups; one vaccine does not automatically cover all meningococci.
Reviewing immunity against three contagious viral illnesses.
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Measles, mumps and rubella can have serious consequences. Rubella is particularly concerning during pregnancy. The combined MMR vaccine protects against these illnesses. Missing or uncertain records should be reviewed early.
View details: MMR vaccination (measles, mumps and rubella) →
Discussing protection against serious pneumococcal illness.
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Pneumococci can cause pneumonia, meningitis and blood poisoning. Older people and those with certain underlying conditions are particularly at risk of severe illness. Vaccination targets selected bacterial types.
Preventing tetanus and checking vaccination status.
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Tetanus is caused by a bacterial toxin following entry through wounds. Even small injuries can matter. It does not spread between people, so your own protection is particularly important.
We review your vaccination record and discuss appropriate vaccinations and boosters.
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We review your vaccination record and discuss which vaccinations or boosters suit your age, health and circumstances. Depending on your vaccination status, these may include tetanus, diphtheria, whooping cough, polio and measles; certain age groups or risk factors may also indicate shingles, pneumococcal, RSV or COVID-19 vaccination. Other vaccinations may be important for travel. Not every vaccination is recommended for everyone or offered at our practice. We advise you according to current STIKO recommendations and clarify availability.
Current STIKO vaccination schedule at the RKI
Advice about preparing for healthy travel. Please arrange your appointment well in advance.
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Your destination, length and timing of travel, and planned activities matter for the consultation. We check your vaccination status and discuss suitable health preparations for your trip.
Reviewing protection for tick exposure in risk areas.
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Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is a viral infection that can inflame the brain, its coverings or spinal cord. Viruses are usually transmitted by ticks. Vaccination protects against TBE, not all tick-borne illnesses such as Lyme disease.
Assessing travel risk and vaccination at an authorised centre where needed.
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Yellow fever is a mosquito-borne viral infection in parts of Africa and South America. Severe illness can be life-threatening. Entry requirements may matter alongside individual protection.
Protection against travel-related liver inflammation.
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Hepatitis A is a viral liver infection often spread through contaminated water or food. It can cause tiredness, nausea and jaundice. Hygiene alone may not sufficiently prevent travel-related risk.
Protection against infection transmitted through blood and body fluids.
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Hepatitis B is a viral liver infection that can become chronic. Transmission includes blood exposure and sexual contact. Chronic infection may damage the liver over time, making vaccination important beyond travel.
Assessing a particular travel risk in parts of Asia.
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Japanese encephalitis is a mosquito-borne viral infection. Rarely, it can cause severe brain inflammation. Risk depends strongly on location, duration, season and conditions during travel.
Discussing risks from animal contact before travel.
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Rabies is a viral infection of the nervous system and is almost always fatal after illness begins. Infected animal saliva may transmit it through bites or certain scratches. Prompt treatment following risk exposure is crucial.
Individual planning of work-related infection protection.
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Certain work involves increased infection risk, including healthcare, nursing, laboratory work and other exposures. Suitable vaccination depends on specific duties and contact, not the job title alone.
Additional protection tailored to an underlying condition.
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Chronic conditions may increase the risk of severe infections. Additional vaccination recommendations are therefore important for certain heart, lung, metabolic, liver or kidney disorders. Selection depends on diagnosis, age and existing protection.
Carefully coordinated vaccination with reduced immune defences.
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Inherited or acquired immune deficiency and certain medicines can increase infection risk. Vaccine responses may also be reduced, so vaccine selection and timing need individual planning.
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Reviewing protection when life circumstances change.
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New circumstances may make additional vaccination or review of existing protection useful. Examples include planning pregnancy, pregnancy, close contact with vulnerable people or particular exposure risks.
View details: Vaccinations in particular life circumstances →
