The Proper Immunizations for Immigration

Your primary care physician in Burbank, California can help with immigration vaccinations

Immigration procedures can be complicated, so you need to know as much information as possible about the process. Immunizations are an important part of the process, to protect your health and the health of others.

Dr. Lawrence Delano Tran in Burbank, California, can help with the required immunizations for immigration. He proudly serves residents of Burbank and North Hollywood and he can help you too.

The vaccines required for immigration to the United States must be age-appropriate and have at least one of these criteria:

It must protect against a disease that can cause an outbreak.

It must protect against a disease that has been eliminated or is in the process of being eliminated in the United States.

The required immunizations for immigration into the United States are:

  • Mumps
  • Measles
  • Rubella
  • Polio
  • Tetanus and Diphtheria Toxoids
  • Pertussis
  • Haemophilus influenzae type B
  • Hepatitis B

Any additional vaccines recommended by the Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices

To view or print information about required vaccines for immigration, please visit this link: http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/

Immigrants to the United States must show proof of the required vaccinations, according to the Immigration and Nationality Act legislation passed by Congress in 1996.

A physical is also an important part of the immigration process to ensure the health of the applicant. Your primary care physician can perform this important service. It’s also an excellent time for you to ask any questions about healthcare in the United States and other medical concerns.

To find out more about the medical and immunization requirements for immigration into the United States, talk with an expert. Call Dr. Lawrence Delano Tran serving Burbank and North Hollywood, CA at (818) 391-1028. Call today.