Travel Medicine, Counseling and Vaccines

International travel is exciting—but it also comes with health risks that vary depending on where you’re going. From infectious diseases and vaccine requirements to food safety and environmental concerns, travelers need to take specific precautions to stay healthy abroad. At FirstCare Urgent Care Center in Oak Lawn, we provide full-service travel medicine, including vaccinations, pre-travel consultations, and destination-specific health guidance to help you travel safely and confidently.

Our travel health services are led by board-certified medical professionals who stay up to date on the latest CDC and World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations. Whether you’re visiting South America, Southeast Asia, Africa, or any other region with known travel health risks, we’ll evaluate your itinerary and provide a personalized plan that meets both medical and legal entry requirements.

Depending on your destination, we may recommend or administer:

Routine immunizations (e.g., MMR, Tdap, Hepatitis A/B)

Required vaccines (e.g., Yellow Fever, Typhoid, Japanese Encephalitis)

Traveler’s diarrhea prevention kits

Malaria prophylaxis medications

Altitude sickness prevention

COVID-19 travel guidance and documentation

Customized travel safety tips

During your consultation, we’ll review your medical history, travel plans, and any pre-existing conditions to ensure you're fully prepared. We also address non-infectious risks such as sun exposure, jet lag, blood clots, or managing chronic conditions abroad. If you're traveling with children, elderly family members, or have a weakened immune system, our providers will tailor recommendations based on those unique needs.

We recommend scheduling your travel consultation at least 4 to 6 weeks before departure, especially for international destinations that require multiple vaccinations or prescriptions. However, we also accommodate last-minute travelers and can provide expedited vaccine services when possible.

As one of the only urgent care clinics in the Oak Lawn area offering travel vaccines and counseling, FirstCare serves patients from Oak Lawn, Burbank, Evergreen Park, Hometown, and nearby Illinois communities. We accept walk-ins, offer same-day appointments, and provide affordable pricing for self-pay travelers.

Unlike large travel clinics or hospital systems, FirstCare offers the convenience of on-site vaccination, fast service, and a team that treats every traveler with care. Our clinic is clean, professional, and built to provide same-day peace of mind without the long wait times.

If your destination requires proof of vaccination or a signed medical clearance, we’ll provide all necessary documentation for your trip. We’ll also give you a printed or digital copy of your vaccine records, along with instructions on how to manage any mild side effects that may occur.

Traveling abroad should be exciting—not stressful. Let FirstCare Urgent Care Center in Oak Lawn, IL help you protect your health and meet all requirements before takeoff. Whether it’s your first international trip or your tenth, our travel medicine experts are here to support you every step of the way.