How long after that am I not allowed to do sports?

Sport after the yellow fever vaccination is similar to alcohol. It should be remembered that the immune system comes into contact with new substances introduced by the vaccination, against which it should develop immunity. During this time it is more vulnerable than usual.

Therefore, just as in the case of an acute infection, sport should be avoided at least during the first days after a vaccination. Light sports activities can be resumed a few days after vaccination. High-performance sport should be resumed after one week at the earliest.

What are the costs for the vaccination?

The cost of a yellow fever vaccination varies from vaccination centre to vaccination centre. The costs for a travel medical consultation and the subsequent yellow fever vaccination average about 60-80 Euros. The prices can usually be obtained in advance by telephone from the respective vaccination center.

Who bears the costs of the vaccination?

In recent years, more and more health insurance companies are increasingly paying for travel vaccinations requested by private individuals. The yellow fever vaccination is currently still only covered by certain health insurance companies as it is a private service. Some health insurance companies do not pay the entire vaccination but grant a flat-rate annual subsidy for travel vaccinations recommended by the Standing Commission on Vaccination (STIKO).

The AOK, for example, supports its insured with a flat rate of 50 euros per year for travel vaccinations. The Barmer grants an annual subsidy of 100 euros. The Techniker Krankenkasse (TK) covers the costs of travel vaccinations recommended by the STIKO, including yellow fever vaccination with a few exceptions.

When do I have to refresh my yellow fever vaccination?

In 2014, the WHO (World Health OrganizationWorld Health Organization) stipulated that after a single yellow fever infection, life-long protection can be assumed. Until then, a booster vaccination every 10 years had been recommended. Until 2016, the respective countries were allowed to require a yellow fever vaccination not older than 10 years upon entry. Since 2017 a single yellow fever vaccination should be sufficient in all countries.