Administrative Office
Infectious Diseases
1120 15th Street, BA-5300
Augusta, GA 30912-3130
Phone: (706) 721-2236
Fax:     (706) 721-2000

Patient Appointments:
(706) 721-1450




Dr. Peter Rissing
Division Director

MCG Travel Clinic

As trips to exotic destinations becomes more common, travelers increasingly are exposed to infectious diseases which are not present or common at home. Fortunately, many of these diseases can be prevented through vaccination, medication, and some simple precautions.

All patients at the MCG Travel Clinic get an individualized assessment of their needs based on their travel itinerary and personal medical history. They are counseled regarding precautions to take during travel. Anti-malarial medication and antibiotics for traveller's diarrhea are prescribed when necessary. The Travel Clinic also provides necessary vaccinations. We are a certified yellow fever vaccine station.

Evaluation of infections acquired during travel is also available. A previous visit prior to travel greatly facilitates the evaluation of signs and symptoms of infections that may develop later.

Travelers are seen by appointment only. Appointments for the Travel Clinic can be made by calling 721-1450. You will be asked for your travel itinerary so that an appropriate set of recommendations can be prepared for you. In order to allow vaccinations to take effect, appointments should be scheduled at least 1 month before departure.

Typical requirements by destination

These are frequently recommended vaccine and medication requirements. The exact requirements of an individual traveller may be quite different depending on the exact locations of travel, season, previous vaccines, etc. Additional vaccines may be needed for prolonged stays in some areas or for unusual exposure risks.

All destinations

• diphtheria-tetanus booster (if not up to date)
• flu shot (depending on season)

Africa

• hepatitis A vaccine
• typhoid vaccine
• meningitis vaccine (for some destinations)
• yellow fever vaccine (for some destinations)
• malaria prevention medication

Asia

• hepatitis A vaccine
• typhoid vaccine
• malaria prevention medication

Central and South America

• hepatitis A vaccine
• typhoid vaccine
• yellow fever vaccine (for some destinations)
• malaria prevention medication

Europe

• hepatitis A vaccine (for some destinations)
• typhoid vaccine (for some destinations)

Indian subcontinent

• hepatitis A vaccine
• typhoid vaccine
• malaria prevention medication

These travel related links are intended to provide a summary of available resources on the World Wide Web for travelers. Please note that all views expressed within these pages may not be representative of the views of the Medical College of Georgia and the Section of Infectious Diseases.

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CDC Traveller's Health Information

US State Department Travel Information Page (Bureau of Consular Affairs)

Shoreland Travel Health Online

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June 08, 2007