Immunization
USCIS Tightens Vaccination Requirements
Published in Physician Law Weekly, August 6th, 2008
New vaccine requirements will affect anyone who is applying for an immigrant visa for entry into the U.S. and anyone seeking adjustment of status for permanent residence. Applicants must show proof of vaccinations against vaccine-preventable diseases, as recommended by the U.S. Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. Passport Health, a company that specializes in Travel Medicine and vaccinations, announced that all 165 of it offices throughout the U.S. are fully stocked with all vaccines required for immigration and naturalization.
Current vaccine requirement includes: Influenza, Pneumococcal, Hepatitis A&B, TDaP, Polio, Varicella, and MMR. Zoster (Shingles)...
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Source: Physician Law Weekly (2008-08-06)
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