Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Prior to departure, all travelers should review the health information available on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website(opens in new window) for each country they plan to visit.
International Travel Consultation, Immunizations and Vaccinations
Discuss your upcoming travel, the CDC information and any concerns with your doctor or a travel medical professional. Make sure to discuss any necessary immunizations, vaccinations or prophylactic medicine you may need for your trip. If you are taking other medication, discuss this with your doctor as well and ensure that your prescriptions line up with your travel plans so you have enough prescription medication for your entire trip plus 10 days.
Set up a consultation well in advance of departure. Some immunizations require a series of appointments and many prophylactic medications must be started prior to travel in order to be effective.
Student Appointments
Student Travel consultations are available at the Wilce Student Health Center.
Faculty and Staff Appointments
Travel and Immunization Center
Rardin Family Medicine
2231 N. High St.
Columbus, OH 43201
Phone: 614-293-2700, option 5
*Please note that as of January 1, 2022, the Travel and Immunization Center is closed until further notice. The clinics listed below for Yellow Fever vaccination provide full services for pre-travel consultation. Their services however are not covered under the Ohio State Health Plan.
COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Requirements
Countries may require individual travelers to demonstrate proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 and a pre-travel negative test result. Requirements vary between countries and rapid changes are frequently implemented. Travelers should refer to the U.S. Embassy COVID-19 Country Specific Information pages for current requirements.
Travel to Countries with Requirements or Recommendations for Yellow Fever Vaccine
Yellow fever virus is found in tropical and subtropical areas in Africa and South America. Yellow fever vaccination may be recommended or required for entry into certain countries.
Due to a global shortage of YF Vax, Ohio State travel clinics (including the Wilce Student Health Center and the Rardin Travel and Immunization Center) cannot currently provide the vaccine.
An alternate yellow fever vaccine, Stamaril, is available at two certified clinics in central Ohio, and each location provides complete travel consultations. Ohio State is currently not a certified site for Stamaril. Travelers should schedule an appointment 4 - 6 weeks prior to travel and are advised to inquire about potential discounts for group appointments and/or service and volunteer experiences.
Travel Health Services LLC Dublin
7219 Sawmill Road, Dublin, Ohio 43016
614-889-6911
Passport Health Dublin
5650 Blazer Parkway, Dublin, Ohio 43017
877-358-8648 or online
Additional locations of certified clinics for Stamaril outside of central Ohio can be located on the CDC website.