I got three needles stuck in me today. One for Tetanus, one for Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) and one for Typhoid. Yes, that's right… Typhoid.
In preparation for our trip, I went to my doctor today to get immunized with pretty much whatever they had in stock. In addition to the three vaccinations I received today, Dr. L recommended I get a shot for Hepatitis A (pending the transfer of my health records), a flu shot and Malaria pills before I leave. Furthermore, I was also advised to be immunized for Yellow Fever and Japanese Encephalitis when I'm in the US during the Christmas holiday. My immune system will be having a party for the next three months.
It's amazing that despite the fact that I commonly perform injections during my graduate studies, I still have an inexplicable fear of needles. One look and my heart begins to race, my stomach gets queasy and I start hyperventilating. Couple it with blood and my knees gets weak. It's a good thing I'm not becoming a real doctor.