Hi renoir,
Immunization for Japanese Encephalitis is available in Austin, Texas,
but unfortunately, it isn't just a matter of getting one shot. You
will need three shots over a period of two to four weeks and the last
dose must be given at least ten days before leaving on a trip.
Center for Disease Control: Vaccine:
"The recommended primary immunization series is three doses of 1.0 mL
each, administered subcutaneously on days 0, 7, and 30. An abbreviated
schedule of days 0, 7, and 14 can be used when the longer schedule is
impractical because of time constraints. Both regimens produce similar
immunity among recipients. Two doses given a week apart may be used in
unusual circumstances, but will confer short-term immunity in only 80%
of vaccinees. The last dose should be administered at least 10 days
before beginning travel to ensure an adequate immune response and
access to medical care in the event of delayed adverse reactions
(Table 3?1)."
http://www.cdc.gov/travel/diseases/jenceph.htm
Two clinics that provide Japanese Encephalitis vaccinations:
1) Passport Health
631 W. 38th Street #1
Austin, TX 78705
Local Tel: 512-459-0672
Fax: 512-459-9341
http://www.passporthealthusa.com/
2) Immunovax
(I have been unable to find an address but it is an Austin phone number)
Japanese Encephalitis $130.00
Austin/San Antonio/Corpus Christi(512)796-8935
http://immunovax.com/
If you are a student of the University, definitely use their Health
Service Department:
The University of Texas at Austin:
University Health Services
Austin, Texas 78713
General Information and Appointments: 471-4955
"Staff of the UHS Allergy/Immunization Clinic provide services by
appointment only. To schedule an appointment call the UHS Appointments
department. There are charges for all immunizations ... Charges,
however, are well below those in the community. Some immunizations may
be available at very substantially reduced rates to students who are
eligible for various vaccine subsidy programs."
http://www.utexas.edu/student/health/services/allergyimmunization.html
"University Health Services (UHS) is located in the Student Services
Building (SSB) at 100 W. Dean Keeton Street (W. 26th Street). The SSB
is a five-story building that stretches along the north side of W.
Dean Keeton between Wichita Street and University Avenue. The SSB is
in Area 1(Communication Area) on the UT Main Campus and Parking Map.
http://www.utexas.edu/student/health/information/location.html
Additional Links:
Vaccine Information Sheet:
http://www.utexas.edu/student/health/pdfs/VISencephalitis.pdf
Questions and Answers About Japanese Encephalitis:
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvbid/jencephalitis/qa.htm
Health Information for Travelers to Southeast Asia:
http://www.cdc.gov/travel/diseases/jenceph.htm
Austin Health & Human Services Department:
http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/health/idp_immun.htm
I hope this helps. If you have any questions or if this hasn't
satisfied your request, please post a clarification request before
closing/rating my answer. Another option is to phone your family
physician - he may offer the service or refer you to a clinic.
Thank you,
hummer
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