# Travel Vaccination Center > Have safer travels. Plan ahead. Travel Vaccination Center provides immunizations for international and national travel destinations. Any destination. We also offer routine vaccinations including: Influenza, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Vaccines for Immigration, Lab testing services and more! Travel health. Everyday needs. Healthy travel tips. ## What You Should Know About the Pertussis Vaccine (Whooping Cough) URL: https://travelvaccinationcenter.com/blog/what-you-should-know-about-pertussis-vaccine-whooping-cough/ Pertussis cases (also known as Whooping Cough) have been tracking upward since the 1970s with a total of 15,000 cases reported in 2017. Some recent studies have reported that up to 10% of patients have no immunity a decade after vaccination and only 55% have immunity that lasts a lifetime. While children remain the most likely transmitters of the disease, adults can still be at risk depending on their immunity. The CDC 2016 estimates vaccine coverage for pertussis booster’s in adolescence around 90% but only 25% in adults. Pregnant women are always advised to receive the pertussis booster in order to pass immunity onto their unborn babies. Current vaccines are safe and effective but not perfect. Following the introduction of pertussis vaccine in the 1940s, case counts frequently exceeded 100,000 cases per year but declined dramatically to fewer than 10,000 by 1965. By 2015 more than 20,000 cases were reported nationwide. Since 2000 about a quarter of cases reported have occurred in children younger than one year of age. This group has the highest rates for complications and death. Older children and adolescents have accounted for more than half the reported cases, and adults 20 years of age and older comprise the remaining 25% of cases. Nationally there were 27 deaths reported among infants with pertussis in 2004. Less serious complications include ear infections, loss of appetite and dehydration. Infrequent complications include inflammation of the brain which can cause convulsions and sometimes long-term effects or even death in infants. 423 cases of pertussis were reported in 2017 in Illinois. Be sure to get your pertussis booster if you are due; pertussis vaccination comes as part of a combination vaccine called ‘TDaP’. TDaP is comprised of Tetanus, Diptheria, and Pertussis. At Travel Vaccination Center, we are available every day from Monday-Friday, for your convenience. --- ## About Dr. Schubert URL: https://travelvaccinationcenter.com/about-dr-schubert/ About   6 East Phillip Road, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 About Dr. Schubert Dr. Schubert, an experienced physician, and author who performs all of the patients’ consultations, making the Travel Vaccination Center the rare Doctor-run vaccination center in Chicago. With nearly 25 years of experience as a physician, Dr. Schubert understands the ins and outs of travel vaccinations and can answer any questions you may have about your upcoming trip during an initial consultation. Our prices are affordable and often lower than most comparable clinics. At the Travel Vaccination Center, we take pride in offering you affordable vaccination services that you can trust. With some of the best vaccination and consultation prices in the greater Chicago area, we’re confident that we can be your one-stop resource for travel vaccinations. Whether you’re a busy executive traveling for work or a family of four taking your next exotic vacation, we’re here to help you get the vaccinations you need in order to stay healthy during your trip. To schedule a consultation or book a vaccination administration appointment, call us at (847) 362-5353. We are open as early as 7 am Monday through Friday with the ability to sometimes alter our schedule upon request. We are located at 6 East Phillip Road, Vernon Hills, IL 60061. About Dr. Schubert Dr. Schubert, an experienced physician, and author who performs all of the patients’ consultations, making the Travel Vaccination Center the rare Doctor-run vaccination center in Chicago. With nearly 25 years of experience as a physician, Dr. Schubert understands the ins and outs of travel vaccinations and can answer any questions you may have about your upcoming trip during an initial consultation. Our prices are affordable and often lower than most comparable clinics. At the Travel Vaccination Center, we take pride in offering you affordable vaccination services that you can trust. With some of the best vaccination and consultation prices in the greater Chicago area, we’re confident that we can be your one-stop resource for travel vaccinations. Whether you’re a busy executive traveling for work or a family of four taking your next exotic vacation, we’re here to help you get the vaccinations you need in order to stay healthy during your trip. To schedule a consultation or book a vaccination administration appointment, call us at (847) 362-5353. We are open as early as 7 am Monday through Friday with the ability to sometimes alter our schedule upon request. We are located at 850 N. Milwaukee Ave., Suite #208, Vernon Hills, IL 60061. 1-847-362-5353 Our Services About Travel Vaccination Center Travel Vaccination Center is a leading vaccination center located in Vernon Hills, Illinois in the greater Chicago area. The Center offers all types of vaccinations for both children and adults that may be necessary for national and international travel. It’s always a good idea to plan ahead and make sure that you have all proper vaccinations to ensure a healthy trip and avoid delays before you leave. We offer counseling and recommendations for travel health based on our experience in travel medicine and current medical/travel guidelines. No matter where you are going, checking to make sure you are up-to-date with all the vaccinations needed is taking the necessary steps to be safe while traveling. We provide vaccination services for all types of national and international travelers, including: Individuals and leisure/vacation travelers Immunizations for long-term trips Business travelers *Several Fortune 500 Companies continue to trust us for their travel/vaccination services* Travel Vaccination Center The Travel Vaccination Center is located in Vernon Hills, Illinois, at the intersection of Milwaukee Avenue and Route 60/Townline Road. We’re easily reachable from nearby major highways, including I-94 and Route 60. We are about 30 minutes from the Wisconsin border and 35 minutes from downtown Chicago and service the greater Chicagoland area as well as nearby Wisconsin cities. 1-847-362-5353 Contact Us Travel Vaccination Center The Travel Vaccination Center is located in Vernon Hills, Illinois, at the intersection of Milwaukee Avenue and Route 60/Townline Road. We’re easily reachable from nearby major highways, including I-94 and Route 60. We are about 30 minutes from the Wisconsin border and 35 minutes from downtown Chicago and service the greater Chicagoland area as well as nearby Wisconsin cities. --- ## Services URL: https://travelvaccinationcenter.com/services/ Our Services   6 East Phillip Road, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 Vaccination and Medical Services Our Travel Vaccination Center in Vernon Hills, Illinois offers a full range of vaccination and medical services: Routine travel immunizations Vaccines for immigration Specialty vaccinations, including Japanese Encephalitis, Cholera, and Yellow Fever Specialty physical exams including MRI, CT scans, and X-Ray services Lab testing services International Yellow Fever certifications available Along with being a full travel vaccination center, we also have an in-house pharmacy where you can pick up other necessary travel medications and items, including traveler’s diarrhea medication, Malaria prevention medication, medication for high altitude or motion sickness, flu and cold prevention/treatment medication, and more. Our in-house lab allows you to take any necessary blood tests on-site (including the TB Blood Test), saving you the hassle and inconvenience of having to schedule another appointment elsewhere. Call us today to schedule an appointment at our Travel Vaccination Center. 1-847-362-5353 Contact Us Vaccination Services Here are the vaccinations we currently offer: Cholera (Vaxchora) Inactive Polio (IPV) Typhoid Japanese Encephalitis IXIARO Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR) Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis (TDAP) TB Skin Test/TB Blood Test (both available on-site) Hepatitis A Hepatitis B Chicken pox (varicella) Shingles/herpes (Shingrix) Yellow Fever (YF-Vax) Meningitis B (Bexsero) Meningitis Pneumonia (Prevnar13/Pneumovax23) Influenza  Rabies Healthy Travel Tips Be sure to allow enough time to receive all your vaccinations, as some medications require a series of multiple shots before travel. For your destination’s need-to-know travel information, including vaccination requirements, entry and exit requirements, health alerts, helpful travel health and safety tips, packing lists and additional travel insights, call us to schedule a consultation and we’ll be happy to answer any questions you might have. Along with receiving your travel vaccinations, Dr. Schubert will offer recommendations and travel tips based on current travel/medical guidelines. These tips include: Motion Sickness Prevention Altitude Sickness Prevention (Climbers) Travel Insurance Resources Medications to Have On Hand Malaria Prevention & Tips Government Alerts or Travel Restrictions Motion Sickness Prevention Altitude Sickness Prevention (Climbers) Travel Insurance Resources Medications to Have On Hand Malaria Prevention & Tips Government Alerts or Travel Restrictions Travel Medications and Supplies We offer the following medications and supplies: Malaria Prevention Motion Sickness Prevention Travelers Diarrhea Medication Emergency Supplies More Information We also provide information on: Prevention for High Altitude Exposure (Climbers, etc). Government Alerts / Travel Restrictions and other relevant travel tips. We also provide in-office availability of laboratory testing (blood tests) for a wide range of conditions/exposures. Don’t wait to get vaccinated We’re here to help you stay safe and healthy on your trip. Call us now to schedule an appointment. 1-847-362-5353 --- ## Home URL: https://travelvaccinationcenter.com/ Have safer travels Plan ahead. Make sure that you have all proper vaccinations to ensure a healthy trip. Our Services   6 East Phillip Road, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 About the Travel Vaccination Center We give immunizations for international and national travel destinations and offer counseling and recommendations for travel health based on our experience in travel medicine and current medical and travel guidelines. All advice is provided by a Physician. No matter where you are going, checking to make sure you are up to date on all the vaccinations needed is taking the proper care you need to be safe while traveling. The Cholera vaccine now available; in liquid form, mixed with a few ounces of water – no shot! Call us today to schedule an appointment! 1-847-362-5353 Our Physician The Vaccinations We Provide Hepatitis A Hepatitis B Tetanus/DPT Meningitis (Menomune, Menactra, Menzeo) Meningitis B MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) Typhoid Pneumonia Vaccine Rabies Yellow Fever Japanese Encephalitis Polio (inactivated) Chickenpox Vaccine Cholera Vaccine *NEW* Shingles Vaccine (Shingrix) *NEW*   IMPORTANT!  Be sure to allow enough time to receive all your vaccinations. Some require a series of shots before travel. Call our office at (847) 362-5353 to schedule an appointment with our experienced Physician! IMPORTANT! Be sure to allow enough time to receive all your vaccinations. Some require a series of shots before travel. Call our office at (847) 362-5353 to schedule an appointment with our experienced Physician! Healthy Travel Tips Along with receiving your vaccinations, we also offer advice to travelers based on current travel/medical guidelines. These tips include: Motion Sickness Prevention Medications to Have On Hand Travel Insurance Resources Malaria Prevention & Tips Malaria Prevention & Tips Motion Sickness Prevention Medications to Have On Hand Travel Insurance Resources Malaria Prevention & Tips Malaria Prevention & Tips Contact Us Learn More  Laboratory on site, available for all types of routine and specialized testing. --- ## Contact URL: https://travelvaccinationcenter.com/contact/ Get In Touch With Us Our #1 priority is YOUR health! Whether you are requesting more information or looking to schedule an appointment, enter your details below. A representative will review your inquiry and will reach out with further information regarding your request. Name Email Address Phone Number Message Submit --- ## Blog URL: https://travelvaccinationcenter.com/blog/ What You Should Know About the Pertussis Vaccine (Whooping Cough) by Dr. S | Jul 2, 2018 | VaccinesPertussis cases (also known as Whooping Cough) have been tracking upward since the 1970s with a total of 15,000 cases reported in 2017. Some recent studies have reported that up to 10% of patients have no immunity a decade after vaccination and only 55% have immunity... ---