Summer Travel
Plan for safe and healthy travel this summer by staying informed and taking proper health precautions.
Always plan on obtaining the necessary travel vaccinations well in advance of your trip — at least 6 weeks. Our Epidemiology division at (601) 576-7725 can answer your international travel questions and advise you on necessary vaccinations.
In recent years, adults and children who have not been immunized against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine have contracted measles as a result of travel overseas.
Vaccination against measles is recommended before travel outside the United States for those six months of age and older.
Measles vaccinations are available from physicians and pediatricians. MMR vaccinations for children under 18 years old are also available from county health departments by calling MSDH's services and appointments line at 855-767-0170.
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