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Originally Posted by PrivatePractice
I am getting mixed opinions on this, so I thought I would run it by mashada for additional opinions.
Regarding the Yellow Fever Immunization, it cost $150.00 plus a $50.00 appointment fee, and it is not covered by insurance. I am told I can get the shot in Kenya for cheap, but others are telling me the shot may not be real and/or needles are sometimes boiled there.
Any one with advice? Is it safe to get it there or should I cough up the money and pay for it here? I really don't want to put out the extra 200.00, if it is fine to get in Kenya.
Any additional info on shots to get or not to get prior to my trip is appreciated too. Thanks.
***I have to get the Yellow Fever Immunization or I can not enter back into the USA until I have it.
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Stop reading 1970's science journals or visiting Octogenerian American doctors.
The info you have is outdated.
Anybody who is born and brought up in sub saharan Africa develop a natural immunity towards YFV (yellow fever Virus). (Ref: World Health Organization)
Secondly, It is no longer a requirement to have YF vaccination, whether you are coming or going to the USA.
Yellow fever vaccination was a requirement in the 70's and 80's. Not today.
Pass me $100 for the advice. Save $100 for Tusker baridi!