Travel Vaccine Checklist Before Your Next Trip from Edmonton

April 8, 2026

Whether you are planning a beach holiday in Mexico, a trekking trip in Nepal, or a family visit to South Asia or Africa, the right travel vaccines and medications can keep your trip on track. This checklist covers what to think about before you go.

Step 1 — Book a travel consult 6 to 8 weeks before departure

Some travel vaccines need multiple doses spaced weeks apart. Some require a few days to take effect. Booking your consultation 6 to 8 weeks before departure gives you flexibility. Last-minute travel? We can still help — call us at (780) 443-0202.

Step 2 — Know your destination

Bring your full itinerary: countries, cities, dates, and types of activities. The risk profile differs between an air-conditioned resort and a rural homestay. Our pharmacists check the latest Public Health Agency of Canada and CDC travel notices for each destination.

Step 3 — Vaccines to consider

Hepatitis A and B
Typhoid
Yellow fever (required for entry to some countries)
Japanese encephalitis
Rabies (for high-exposure travel)
Cholera
Meningococcal (required for Hajj/Umrah)
Routine boosters: tetanus, MMR, polio, COVID-19, influenza

Step 4 — Medications and prevention

Antimalarial tablets if travelling to a malaria zone
Traveller’s diarrhoea treatment kit
Insect repellent containing DEET or icaridin
Sunscreen and oral rehydration salts
Altitude sickness medication for trekking trips

Step 5 — Documentation

We provide a printed International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (Yellow Card) for vaccines that require it (such as yellow fever). Keep it with your passport.

Acme Drug Mart
15508 87 Ave NW, Unit 103
Edmonton, AB T5R 4G5
Phone: (780) 443-0202
Hours: Mon 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Tue–Fri 9 a.m.–6 p.m.