Travel Vaccines for Children
Taking your children on an international adventure? Peel Travel Clinic provides age-appropriate travel vaccinations and comprehensive travel health consultations to protect your family. We specialize in making travel vaccination visits comfortable and informative for families. Available at our Mississauga travel clinic.
Why Children Need Travel Vaccines
Increased Vulnerability
Children are more vulnerable to travel-related diseases than adults. Their immune systems are still developing, and they may lack immunity to diseases that don't circulate in Canada.
Incomplete Routine Vaccination
Younger children may not have completed their full routine vaccination series. We verify their immunization records and ensure they're fully protected before international travel.
Destination-Specific Protection
Different regions carry different health risks. We tailor vaccine recommendations based on your family's specific destinations, travel activities, and your child's age.
Common Travel Vaccines for Children
Hepatitis A
From age 1+ — Protects against hepatitis A, commonly transmitted through contaminated food and water in many travel destinations.
Typhoid
From age 2+ — Protects against typhoid fever, spread through contaminated food and water, especially in South Asia and Africa.
Yellow Fever
From age 9 months+ — May be required for entry to certain African and South American countries.
Rabies
All ages — Especially important for children who may approach animals (dogs, monkeys, bats). Highly recommended for travel to high-risk regions.
Meningococcal
Multiple doses depending on age — Protects against meningococcal meningitis, common in parts of Africa and the Middle East.
Routine Vaccines
We ensure MMR, polio, and other childhood vaccines are up to date before international travel.
What to Bring to Your Child's Appointment
Child's Immunization Records
Your child's Yellow Immunization Booklet or vaccination history from your doctor
Passport
Required for yellow fever vaccination certificates and travel verification
Travel Itinerary
Dates and destinations so we can tailor vaccine recommendations
Medication/Allergy List
Any medications your child takes and known allergies
Tips for Traveling with Children
Food and Water Safety
Stick to bottled or boiled water, avoid raw or undercooked foods, and be cautious with street food. Teach children good hand hygiene, especially before meals and after bathroom use.
Insect Protection
Use age-appropriate insect repellent, dress children in light, long-sleeved clothing in insect-prone areas, and use mosquito netting over beds. Mosquitoes transmit dengue, malaria, and yellow fever.
Sun Protection
Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen SPF 30+, reapply after swimming, wear hats and sunglasses, and limit sun exposure during peak hours (10 AM - 4 PM).
Keep Medications Accessible
Carry medications in original labeled containers, keep them in a cool, dry place, bring extra copies of prescriptions, and know how to manage common travel illnesses like diarrhea and fever.
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Disclaimer: Vaccine requirements and health recommendations vary by itinerary, medical history, and current health advisories. The information on this page is for general guidance only and does not replace a personalized travel health consultation. Please book an appointment with our physician for advice specific to your trip.