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CDC Health Information for International Travel 2008

Chapter 5
Yellow Fever Vaccine Requirements and Information on Malaria Risk and Prophylaxis, by Country

Yellow Fever Vaccine Requirements and Information on Malaria Risk and Prophylaxis, by Country - Jamaica

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Country Yellow Fever Malaria
Requirements1 CDC recommendations2,4 Area of risk Chloroquine resistance Recommended prophylaxis
Jamaica

If traveling from an endemic zone and >1 year of age

None

Very limited risk in Kingston; therefore prophylaxis is not recommended.

None

None

1Yellow fever vaccine entry requirements are necessary for travelers to comply with in order to enter the country. In general, these are in place to prevent importation and transmission of yellow fever virus. Countries requiring yellow fever vaccination for entry adhere to the regulations put forth by WHO as stated in the International Health Regulations. Some countries require vaccination for travelers coming from an endemic zone. “Traveling from an endemic zone” is defi ned as transit through an endemic zone in the previous 6 days. Country requirements are subject to change at any time; therefore, CDC encourages travelers to check with the appropriate embassy or consulate prior to departure.

2The information in the section on yellow fever vaccine recommendations is advice given by CDC to prevent yellow fever infections among travelers.

3Please note, the U.S. Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommends avoiding vaccination of infants.

4Recommendations are subject to change at any time if disease conditions change; therefore, CDC encourages travelers to check for relevant travel notices on the website wwwn.cdc.gov/travel prior to departure.

Note: Country requirements are subject to change at any time; therefore, CDC encourages travelers to check with the appropriate embassy or consulate prior to departure.

  • Page last updated: February 15, 2008
  • Content source:
    Division of Global Migration and Quarantine
    National Center for Preparedness, Detection, and Control of Infectious Diseases
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