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Old 08-16-2010, 12:53 PM
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How necessary do you deem the vaccine?

Wondering if its something I should do before I leave for Colombia for the first time and could use advice

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It's recommended for travel to Amozona and the coastal plains, I am told that it is not needed for Cali and Bogota. Check with your doc as it is not recommended with some medical conditions as it is a live virus vaccine.
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