The Immunizations and Travel Health office at Calvin University provides comprehensive travel health services and vaccinations for students, staff and faculty of Calvin University and those in the community in need of these services.
About us
Calvin’s health requirements are based on current recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), and the American College Health Association (ACHA). Health Services providers are trained in immunization and travel health and are Yellow Fever–certified. Required and recommended immunizations, along with appropriate preventive medications, are offered to support our patients' health during enrollment at Calvin and to promote safe and healthy travel abroad.
What we offer
Vaccinations
Vaccine preventable diseases are commonly thought to be a thing of the past. Unfortunately, this is not true, and the need to immunize against many diseases continues to persist. Today, safe and effective vaccines are available to protect against diseases in which we might be exposed. While most people think vaccinations are just for children, vaccinations are important for people of all ages. Adults may need additional vaccinations based on their age, disease risks, travel abroad and health status.
Travel health services
International travel can be new and exciting. The Travel Health and Immunization Office provides information, vaccinations and medications for the many different health risks a traveler may face and assist them to prevent illness and injury during international travel.
Allergy injections
When medications fail to adequately control allergy symptoms and avoidance of the trigger is not easy or possible, an allergist may recommend immunotherapy or “allergy shots.” Students who receive regular allergy injections can continue to receive those injections while at Calvin Univerity.
Influenza (flu) vaccine
There are steps you can take to protect yourself and your family from the flu. The CDC continues to recommend influenza vaccination for people who have not yet been vaccinated this season and antiviral treatment as early as possible for people who get sick and are at high risk of flu complications. Make an appointment at Health Services today to get your vaccination, and take everyday preventive actions to stop the spread of germs.