Typhoid Vaccination (One Dose - Requires One Dose)

Understanding Typhoid Vaccination

Typhoid fever is a serious disease caused by the bacterium Salmonella Typhi, spread through contaminated food or water. Symptoms include persistent high fever, weakness, stomach pain, headache, and loss of appetite. Globally, typhoid fever is a significant health concern, especially in parts of the world with poor sanitation systems.

Prevention

There are two types of typhoid vaccines available: an inactivated (killed) vaccine given as an injection and a live, attenuated (weakened) oral vaccine. The inactivated vaccine is recommended for people aged two years and older, and should be administered at least two weeks before travel. The oral vaccine is suitable for people aged six years and older, and consists of four capsules taken every other day, to be completed at least a week before travel.

Countries at Risk

Typhoid fever is common in many parts of the world, particularly in South Asia, including India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. Other high-risk areas include parts of Africa and Latin America. Find country-specific vaccine recommendations with Travel Health Pro.

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Travel Precautions

In addition to vaccination, travellers should take precautions to avoid contaminated food and water. This includes drinking only bottled or boiled water, avoiding ice, eating thoroughly cooked food, and avoiding raw fruits and vegetables unless they can be peeled.

Signs and Symptoms

Symptoms of typhoid fever include persistent high fever, weakness, stomach pain, headache, diarrhoea or constipation, cough, and loss of appetite. Without treatment, the disease can persist for weeks or months, and can be life-threatening.

Further Information

While the typhoid vaccine is effective, it does not provide 100% protection. Therefore, it is crucial to practice safe eating and drinking habits even after vaccination. The injectable vaccine requires a booster every two years, and the oral vaccine requires a booster every five years.

References

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