In mid-October we posted an alert on the sale of stolen e-yellow cards in Nigerian markets; last week a Ugandan news service exposed a scam that has been underway for some time in which forged yellow fever vaccination certificates are being sold on the streets to unvaccinated travellers for around A$24 (compared to around $40 for the actual vaccine + certificate). A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for all travellers aged 1 year or over arriving into Uganda (and for residents departing). Read more
Advice for travellers
Yellow fever virus is a mosquito-borne disease found in tropical and subtropical areas in Central/South America and Africa. While it can be severe, yellow fever infection is a very rare in Australian travellers. However, under the International Health Regulations (IHR), proof of vaccination may be required of any traveller entering or leaving an area at risk of yellow fever transmission. Read more about yellow fever.
Before you travel, call Travelvax Australia’s telephone advisory service on 1300 360 164 (toll-free from landlines) for country-specific advice and information. You can also make an appointment at your nearest Travelvax clinic to obtain vaccinations, medication to prevent or treat illness, and accessories for your journey.