Germany offers not only a rich cultural diversity, but also an excellent research environment that attracts international fellows and scientists. In addition to professional opportunities, it is also important to take care of your own health. Vaccinations are a crucial aspect of this.
The importance of vaccinations
Vaccinations play a crucial role in the prevention of infectious diseases. Germany has a comprehensive vaccination calendar that covers the most important vaccinations for children, adolescents and adults. It is advisable for international scholarship holders and scientists to inform themselves about the vaccinations recommended in Germany and to ensure that their own vaccination status is up to date.
The German vaccination calendar
The German vaccination calendar contains a list of vaccinations recommended by the Standing Committee on Vaccination (STIKO). This includes vaccinations against diseases such as tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), polio, measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B and influenza. International scholarship holders and researchers should ensure that they have received all vaccinations listed in the German vaccination calendar. All these vaccinations are covered by the IHC Company’s FlexMed plan.
Special considerations for international travelers
Depending on your country of origin and individual health status, additional vaccinations may be required. It is advisable to seek medical advice before entering Germany to determine which specific vaccinations may be necessary. This applies in particular to countries where certain diseases are endemic but not so widespread in Germany.
Financial aspects of vaccinations
An important point that international scholarship holders and researchers should bear in mind is that not all vaccinations are covered by insurance. It is advisable to clarify in advance which vaccinations are covered by the insurance policies. The ISHCP tariff from IHC-Company, for example, has its own vaccination calendar – the FlexMed tariff, on the other hand, covers all vaccinations in accordance with the Stiko.
Conclusion
Health should be a top priority for international scholarship holders and scientists in Germany. Taking a look at the German vaccination calendar and updating your own vaccinations in good time are crucial steps in protecting yourself against infectious diseases.
We at IHC-Company, the experts in health insurance, are happy to help you – international academics, scholarship holders, guest researchers and visitors – to ensure that you are well protected all round. Let us advise you personally now!
