A vaccination consultation is an opportunity to calmly clarify which vaccinations are recommended in your situation and which of these might be appropriate for you. The basis is the Swiss vaccination schedule as well as your personal life situation, your age, and any planned travel. The goal is an informed, jointly made decision — entirely without pressure.
Possible causes
Booster Vaccination
Some vaccinations need a booster after several years. A consultation helps clarify what is due in your case.
Travel
Before travel to certain regions, additional vaccinations may be recommended. Because timing is also important here, early consultation is worthwhile.
New Life Situation
A desire to have children or a pregnancy, a new job, or living with particularly vulnerable people can be reason to review your vaccination protection.
Unclear or Incomplete Vaccination Status
If your vaccination record is missing or incomplete, a consultation helps organize your current status and plan sensible next steps.
Typical steps at the doctor's office
- 1Your doctor reviews your vaccination record and discusses your history, your life situation, and any planned travel.
- 2Based on this, they check which vaccinations are due according to recommendations or might be appropriate in your situation.
- 3Together you decide what will be done and when, and record the updated status in your vaccination record.
What you can do yourself
- Bring your vaccination record or any existing vaccination documents to the appointment.
- Note down planned travel with destination and timing so the consultation can address this.
- Think through your questions and any concerns beforehand so there is space for them.
- Plan travel vaccinations as early as possible, as some require advance time.
You can arrange a vaccination consultation at any time, especially before travel, with new life circumstances, or when your vaccination status is unclear. Your GP will address your situation individually and answer any open questions.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the vaccination consultation base itself on?
- The basis is the Swiss vaccination schedule as well as your personal situation, your age, and any planned travel. From this, what is recommended in your case becomes clear.
- How early should I arrange this before a trip?
- Ideally several weeks in advance, as some travel vaccinations require advance time or multiple appointments. The earlier, the more relaxed everything can be planned.
- What if I can't find my vaccination record?
- That is not a problem. During the consultation, your likely vaccination status can be assessed and a sensible approach planned to complete your protection.
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