Unless you were born before 1957 (when 100% of children got measles as it is one of the most infectious diseases in the world) you need an MMR vaccination if you've not had one. This is not a disease you want to pick up or transmit as it can be miserable even in mild to moderate cases.
Measles vaccine or negative test required for Honduras :(
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Oh yes it is. You just can't see it because you're so cranky.
CathyE
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Can I ask what the big deal is? I get it that it seems silly to require proof of vaccination if you can prove immunity, but if those are the rules then those are the rules. Getting vaccinated isn’t a big deal. Honestly, I’m not even sure this issue requires a thread. Unless you’re an RFK Jr. supporter, in which case just pop a Zyn, eat a brain worm, and hope for the best.
So, does anyone know what actually constitutes a “proof” of vaccination. I have a list of my vaccines and dates administered but prior to COVID no one cared about official “verified” card of proof of vaccination.
Here is the word from the Roatan Tourist Bureau:
roatantourismbureau.com
Here is what LabCorp and Quest say about a measles test, $49:
www.ondemand.labcorp.com
Honduras Imposes Measles Vaccine Requirement for Travelers Starting July 7, 2025 — Roatan Tourism Bureau ™
Starting July 7, 2025, Honduras will require measles vaccination proof for travelers arriving by air or sea. Learn who is affected and how to prepare for entry under the new decree.
roatantourismbureau.com
Are You Protected? Measles Immunity Testing | Labcorp OnDemand
Protect your health with a measles test. Determine if past vaccinations or infections have made you immune. Titer test results in 1-2 days.
www.ondemand.labcorp.com
Why bother spending $49? I just got a free vaccination at CVS. Better move fast on this before RFK puts the kibosh on it.Here is the word from the Roatan Tourist Bureau:
Here is what LabCorp and Quest say about a measles test, $49:Honduras Imposes Measles Vaccine Requirement for Travelers Starting July 7, 2025 — Roatan Tourism Bureau ™
Starting July 7, 2025, Honduras will require measles vaccination proof for travelers arriving by air or sea. Learn who is affected and how to prepare for entry under the new decree.
Are You Protected? Measles Immunity Testing | Labcorp OnDemand
Protect your health with a measles test. Determine if past vaccinations or infections have made you immune. Titer test results in 1-2 days.
That's good information to have, but for traveling to Honduras the only thing that will matter is if they insist 'you MUST have the vaccination'.Notice they're happy to give you the vaccine upon arrival. How long does it take for a vaccine to actually provide protection? Does getting the vaccine on arrival protect anyone during your trip?
The vaccine takes about two weeks to begin to offer protection.
But as noted by everyone else this isn’t about what medically makes sense. Plenty of governments across the world have implemented what seem to be not well thought out policies regarding infectious diseases, to include the US.
It’s their home, their rules. You’re welcome to disagree with them, ponder why about them, but if you want to travel to their country the only answer appears to be finding your shot record or pony up and get another dose.
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