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Travel Vaccinations

Keystone Clinic & Surgery provides a comprehensive range of travel vaccination services to keep you protected on your journeys. Their wide range of vaccinations include vaccines against hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, meningococcal, yellow fever, and common vaccines such as vaccines against covid-19 or influenza. With this extra precaution taken, you can minimise any disruptions from illness and maintain strong immunity whilst enjoying your holiday.

The following are the recommended vaccinations specific to various locations:

  • Hepatitis A vaccine when travelling to rural areas, as a person may get infected when drinking contaminated water, causing liver problems
  • Hepatitis B vaccine for anyone who does not have immunity to hepatitis B virus, which can cause serious viral liver infection
  • Typhoid vaccine for travellers travelling to Northern and Western Africa and Southern Asia, as the typhoid bacteria is more prevalent there, and spreads through sewage contamination of food or water and through person-to-person contact
  • Meningococcal vaccine for travellers travelling to Mecca (Saudi Arabia) for Hajj or Umrah and sub-Saharan Africa, to prevent any severe brain-related infections
  • Yellow fever vaccine for travellers travelling to urban and rural areas of Africa, Central and South America as yellow fever is endemic in these areas, spreading through the bite of an infected mosquito.
Travel Vaccinations in Singapore. GP clinic in Ang Mo Kio, Tanah Merah and Serangoon
Travel Vaccines in Singapore. GP clinic in Ang Mo Kio, Tanah Merah and Serangoon

We strongly encourage that you consult our doctors for medical advice regarding specific travel vaccinations and immunisations required, at least four to six weeks prior to your trip.

There are also routine vaccinations to prevent common illness when travelling

  • Covid-19 vaccination on an annual basis (As recommended by MOH)
  • Influenza vaccination on an annual basis
  • Tetanus vaccination on a 10-yearly basis

Influenza Vaccinations

Keystone Clinic & Surgery offers quadrivalent vaccinations that protect against four different flu viruses; two influenza A viruses and two influenza B viruses.

While it is possible to catch influenza (flu) at any time, there are two peak flu seasons in Singapore due to the weather conditions — April to July and November to January. This flu vaccine is released twice a year during April/May and September/October (for the Southern Hemisphere influenza season and Northern Hemisphere influenza season respectively).

Moreover, getting a flu vaccination before traveling is recommended because you may interact with people from areas of the world where influenza viruses are circulating as the flu seasons for these countries may be different from Singapore.

The flu vaccine or flu shot is either given by injection into a muscle or just underneath the skin. Each new release contains different strains of flu virus that are expected to be the most common for that season. Take note that it usually takes around two weeks for optimal protection to develop after immunization.

With tailored solutions for various destinations, Keystone Clinic & Surgery prioritises your health wherever your travels take you.

Travel Vaccinations for influenza in Singapore. GP clinic in Ang Mo Kio, Tanah Merah and Serangoon

Common Travel Health Advice

Consult a doctor four to six weeks before departure. This allows sufficient time for the relevant vaccinations to strengthen immunity and to optimise protection against any specific health concerns.

  • If you have any chronic medical conditions (e.g. asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure), ensure you have sufficient medication for the whole duration of your trip
  • Purchase adequate travel insurance coverage
  • Prepare a standby travel kit. Depending on your travel plans, you may wish to include the following:

Painkillers/anti-fever pills

Diarrhoea pills

Antihistamines (for runny nose and mild allergies)

Motion sickness pills

Antiseptic solution or cream

Adhesive dressing (e.g. plasters)

Oral re-hydration salts

Thermometer

Helpful Traveling Tips

During your Travels:

  • To minimise the effects of jet lag, try to eat and sleep according to the local time at your destination as soon as you can
  • Eat light, drink lots of fluids and avoid alcohol
  • Exercise your leg muscles and take regular walks around the cabin if the environment permits

Food and Water Hygiene:

  • Ensure food is well cooked
  • Avoid eating undercooked food, salads and peeled fruits
  • Train your children to wash their hands before eating and after going to the toilet
  • Use a serving spoon when eating from a common plate
  • Avoid tap water and ice cubes
  • Drink only bottled water or boiled water

Protection from Mosquito-borne Diseases:

  • Wear light-coloured, long-sleeve clothing especially at night
  • Use insect repellent on exposed skin or clothing and repeat application every four to six hours if there is ongoing exposure
  • Light a mosquito coil before going to bed
  • Consult a doctor regarding malaria prophylaxis

Frequently Asked Questions About Travel Vaccinations

These are vaccinations that you should consider taking to increase protection against diseases that are prevalent in other parts of the world and which you might not usually be exposed to in Singapore.
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Meningococcal
  • Typhoid
  • Yellow fever

If you are on antibiotics, you are likely to be unwell or currently fighting an infection. Hence, it is advised to delay the vaccination until you are well.

The immunity level and length of protection varies for each vaccination. Some vaccinations require an annual booster, while others can last for a few years. Please speak to your medical provider for more advice.

You may possibly develop body ache or fever because your immune system is reacting to the vaccination(s). Please consult your doctor for advice on the possible side effects of the vaccination(s) that you are taking.

Health advisory for Haj and Umrah pilgrims

The Ministry of Health (MOH) advises Haj and Umrah pilgrims to take the following preventive measures when travelling to the Middle East region.

Pre- Travel Preparations

  • Consult your healthcare provider four to six weeks prior for a travel health risk assessment, including advice on vaccinations required or prophylaxis recommended prior to travel.
  • Check on vaccination requirements and take all required vaccines for your destination country.
  • Be up to date with the recommended vaccinations and boosters in the National Adult Immunisation Schedule (NAIS) or National Childhood Immunisation Schedule (NCIS).

Vaccination Requirements And Recommendations

Haj and Umrah pilgrims are required to receive the   prior to travel. Pilgrims are also recommended to be up-to-date with vaccinations in the NAIS or NCIS.

Meningococcal conjugate vaccine can be administered in children as early as 6 weeks of age. Please approach your doctor for advice on the type of meningococcal conjugate vaccines that are suitable for children below one year of age.

General Health Advice

  • Pilgrims with pre-existing major medical conditions (e.g. diabetes, chronic lung disease, chronic renal disease, immunodeficiency) should consult a doctor before travelling to assess whether making the pilgrimage is medically advisable.
  • Always observe and practise good personal hygiene.
  • Practise frequent hand washing with soap and water (e.g. before handling food or eating, after using the toilet, or when hands are dirty from coughing or sneezing). If water is not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser that contains at least 60% alcohol.
  • Eat food that has been fully cooked and wash fruits and vegetables properly before eating them. Avoid consuming raw and unpasteurised milk, undercooked meats and seafood, or food prepared under unsanitary conditions.
  • Avoid close contact with persons who are unwell, such as those suffering from respiratory infections.
  • Pilgrims are advised to wear masks (i.e. surgical masks) especially when in crowded places.
  • Wear a surgical mask and seek medical attention promptly if you become unwell while travelling or within 2 weeks after returning to Singapore, and inform the doctor of your travel history.

*Information extracted from MOH and HealthHub

Please refer to the Ministry of Health Saudi Arabia’s website for details on the prevailing requirements for Haj: https://www.moh.gov.sa/HealthAwareness/Pilgrims_Health/Documents/Hajj-Health-Requirements-English-language.pdf

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