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Yellow Fever

What Is It?

• Yellow fever is a viral illness, carried by some species of mosquitoes in Central and South America, and in tropical regions of Africa
  
• A mild attack may have symptoms similar to those of the flu
  
• More severe symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, bleeding, abdominal pains and yellowing of the skin as a result of liver damage

Where Is It?

• Yellow Fever is a viral disease endemic in the Sub-Saharan Africa and South America

Prevention Tips

• Your best defense is to avoid mosquito bites altogether

Travelers can reduce their risk of acquiring yellow fever by:

• Take precautions against exposure to mosquitoes when traveling in areas with yellow fever transmission
  
• Remaining in well-screened or air conditioned areas when possible
  
• Wearing clothing that adequately covers the arms and legs
  
• Applying DEET-containing insect repellent to both skin and clothing
  
• Yellow Fever vaccination may be required for entry if you are traveling to, or transitting through, a country where the disease exists
  
• Consult with your local Kelsey-Seybold Travel Clinic to determine if your travel itinerary will require you to be immunized for yellow fever

Available Immunizations

• Immunization is required in certain countries
  
• Vaccine must be administered at an approved yellow fever vaccination center. (Contact your local state health department for the nearest vaccination center.)
  
• Vaccinees should receive complete International Certificate of vaccination, signed and validated with the center's stamp where the vaccine was given
  
• This Certificate is valid 10 days after vaccination and for a subsequent period of 10 years
  
• This Certificate should be carried with your passport at all times