Travel Health Advice for Children
Travelling overseas can expose children to health risks that may differ from those in Singapore.
Our paediatricians provide travel medicine consultations, vaccination advice and practical guidance to help families prepare for their child’s health needs before travel.
Travel Health Preparation
Parents may have questions about vaccinations, medications, illness management and travel preparation, especially when travelling with infants or young children.
Depending on your child's age, destination, medical history, and travel plans, your paediatrician may advise on:
- Travel Vaccinations
- Managing Existing Medical Conditions
- Travel Medical Kits & Essential Medications
- Managing Illness While Overseas
- Completing essential labs and vaccinations required for overseas education
Travel Vaccinations
Some destinations may require or recommend additional vaccinations beyond Singapore's routine childhood immunisation schedule.
Travel vaccinations commonly considered for children may include:
- Hepatitis A
- Typhoid
- Japanese Encephalitis
- Influenza (Flu)
- Meningococcal Vaccines
- Rabies
- Yellow Fever
Vaccination requirements may vary depending on destination, itinerary, duration of travel and your child’s medical history.
When Should You Seek Travel Advice?
It is generally advisable to schedule a consultation several weeks before departure, as some vaccines may require time or more than one dose.
A travel consultation may be helpful if:
- Your child is travelling overseas for the first time
- You are travelling to destinations with specific vaccination recommendations
- Your child has a chronic medical condition
- Your child has not completed routine childhood vaccinations
- You are travelling with infants or young children
Common Questions
Several weeks before departure is usually advisable, especially if vaccines are needed. Some vaccines may require time to provide protection or may involve more than one dose.
This depends on the child’s age, destination, vaccine type and medical history. Your paediatrician can advise what may be suitable for your child.
Not always. Some travel vaccines may be recommended based on destination or itinerary, while routine childhood vaccines follow Singapore’s recommended immunisation schedule.
Bring your child’s vaccination records, travel dates, destination details, itinerary and information about any medical conditions or medications.
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