Would it be required to have yellow fever vaccination ?
Patient: I a 72 year old female, going to the Napo River Region of Caco Equador. I her ethave had conflicting information as to whether or not I should take the yellow fever vaccination. Because of my age I was told to us deet greater than 25% on exposed areas and Primetheon on my clothing. Is that sufficiant protection. Doctor: Hello,I understand your concern.I am Dr. Arun Tank, infectious diseases specialist, answering your query.In my opinion you should take the vaccination.Addition of protection and repellent will help you further in protection.Visiting a risky area without protection should not be done at your age.The area you have mentioned is having high prevalence of yellow fever.I will be happy to answer your further concern, you can ask me on bit.ly/DrArun. Thank you.Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist.