County offers travel vaccines

Lincoln County Public Health’s vaccination services now include select travel vaccinations, according to a news release.

“Diseases plague the world and outbreaks can happen in even the most developed countries — Italy, for example, is fighting a major measles outbreak,” states County Health Nurse Riley Black. “LCPH wants to ensure that anyone traveling abroad is well protected and to help ensure they do not bring diseases back with them”.

Some select travel vaccinations can be submitted to health insurance companies, else uninsured adults and children may be eligible for free vaccinations. For others, costs vary and must be paid at the time of service.

Travelers in need of vaccinations should schedule appointments at least 30 days, but ideally 8 to 10 weeks, in advance of departure.

For more information or to make an appointment, call Black at 406-283-2447.