what shots do canadians need - this should be a sticky thread

[Marilyn. 340]

mmmm, I would look into getting the test done by your own doctor, if possible

I went to my doctor and the titre test didn't cost me anything

Edited March 14, 2006 by MarilynP

[Reba 2]

save the money and have the titre done at your regular doctor's office. Its covered by your provicial health plan.

[Texanadian 10]

How much did the doctor's vist and tests cost? What did you get for the price?

[Leafgal 3]

Can you ask the doctor for a copy of the titre test to take to immigration doctor for proof?

Leafgal

[ceriserose 1]

Can you ask the doctor for a copy of the titre test to take to immigration doctor for proof?

Leafgal

Yes, that's the whole point of having it done; to take the paperwork to the immigration doctor.

[energee 0]

Is there a difference in med requirements for a K3 visa and an IR?? I did my meds for a K3 (it came thru first) and assumed it was the same for the IR .... I don't remember being asked anything about chickenpox/varicella or needing provide proof of having had it. Help???

[Reba 2]

here's the website for medical info http://www.panelphysicians.com/

[energee 0]

Thanks Reba. I called up Medisys where I did my meds. She said I completed a personal medical history form which asks the question have you ever had chicken pox. That verbal declaration suffices! Pheww!! My interview is on Thursday and I am so nervous!!!!!!!!!!

[Elunia28 0]

hey

if I only knew what to get ahead of time.........

I had the medical on Monday, and they told me that I'm missing german measles(had them done yesterday) and they did a blood work just to see if I had chicken pox - no one in my family or me can remember.... I know that u need tetnus as well as for others I'm good, hope that helps u prepare... If I only knew it ahead of time - now I gotta wait for the panel physician to xpress me the mail AFTER I fax them the shots done/approved by my family doc...

good luck

Elunia28

[Marilyn. 340]

doesn't it say what vacanations are needed in one of the packets?...

I know I got a sheet that told me what I needed.... I'm just curious....

[reddiablo 0]

Seeing as I am a old boomer ,looks like I will not

need too many shots.

just curious about the flu shot for over 50,s

states nov 2003 and nothing re verbal.

my last flu shot at work was oct 04

but it seems theres no paper trail for that

do they accept an 0ld codgers word ! ???

seems I should get the tetanus booster from my gp.

rather than pay the panel doctor

laters red d

[hockeygal 0]

the list on the website is much shorter than the list someone posted about what the consulate packet said....

I had tetnus, but have no written proof. I hope that is one they take on word.

Went to my doc for titres a month ago, and she requested rubella, chickenpox, syphellus (apprently you need the test to marry in the US??) and all that came back was rubella - nothing else tested! So now I have to go back. I will bring all the lists with me this time, try to get it done once and for all. Way in advance because I am #######.

[LisaRod 0]

the list on the website is much shorter than the list someone posted about what the consulate packet said....

I had tetnus, but have no written proof. I hope that is one they take on word.

Went to my doc for titres a month ago, and she requested rubella, chickenpox, syphellus (apprently you need the test to marry in the US??) and all that came back was rubella - nothing else tested! So now I have to go back. I will bring all the lists with me this time, try to get it done once and for all. Way in advance because I am #######.

They won't take you on your word for tetanus. You need written proof.

There is no point in getting your doctor to do the syphillis or hiv tests ahead of time because it is the panel physician who must do these tests. The vaccinations however you can get done ahead of time and take proof. If your rubella antibodies are low you will have to get an MMR (mumps measles rubella) booster. Your doctor can do that. Should be free in Canada don't go to a travel clinic they will charge you.

Good luck! And feel free to ask more questions, I just wrapped up my medical and all the associated medical requirements in Vancouver today.

[Cassie 8]

They won't take you on your word for tetanus. You need written proof.

There is no point in getting your doctor to do the syphillis or hiv tests ahead of time because it is the panel physician who must do these tests. The vaccinations however you can get done ahead of time and take proof. If your rubella antibodies are low you will have to get an MMR (mumps measles rubella) booster. Your doctor can do that. Should be free in Canada don't go to a travel clinic they will charge you.

Good luck! And feel free to ask more questions, I just wrapped up my medical and all the associated medical requirements in Vancouver today.

I took the full list to my doctor, along with the immunization records I was able to find. We determined to do a titre on the rubella, I think it was, and an update immunization on another one. She gave me official copies of what she had done, so between that and my immunization card, the Doctor was able to fill out my immunization worksheet, no problem.