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Travel Immunizations and Medicine Clinics

Make sure you are up to date on all recommended vaccinations before traveling abroad. Check out the U.S. CDC Destinations webpage to learn about vaccination requirements and health notices that may be important to know about before you travel. Talk with a health care provider about needed vaccines when you begin to plan international travel. If your provider does not stock travel vaccines, you may need to visit a travel medicine clinic in Maine to get the vaccines you need. 

Pregnancy

Vaccines and Pregnancy

Why Are Vaccines Important During Pregnancy?

Vaccinations are not just for children. Adults, including those who are pregnant need them too. Some vaccines protect both mom and baby. During pregnancy, vaccines can help:

  • Protect you from serious diseases.
  • Pass immunity to your baby, giving them protection during the first few months of life.

Vaccines are the best way to keep you and your baby healthy before, during, and after pregnancy.

Workplace

Vaccines in the Workplace

Vaccination is important for protecting public health, especially in the workplace where employees may interact with vulnerable populations on a daily basis. In Maine, there are laws and recommendations to ensure workplace safety through immunization.

Maine Health Care Worker Immunization Requirements

The Maine Department of Health and Human Services has outlined immunization requirements for health care workers. The following individuals are required to be vaccinated:

Adult Immunization

Vaccines aren't just for kids -- adults need them too. Staying up to date with immunizations protects your health, reduces the risk of serious diseases, and helps safeguard your loved ones and community. Vaccines are a simple way to stay healthy at every stage of life.

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