Yellow Fever Vaccination (One Dose - Requires One Dose)

Understanding Yellow Fever Vaccination

Yellow fever is a serious, potentially deadly, mosquito-borne disease prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and South America. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that yellow fever causes 200,000 illnesses and 30,000 deaths every year worldwide.

Prevention

The yellow fever vaccination is a single-dose immunisation, providing lifelong protection for most people. The vaccine is recommended for adults and children over the age of six months travelling to areas where yellow fever is endemic. Ideally, the vaccine should be administered at least 10 days before travel to allow immunity to develop and for the certificate of vaccination to become valid.

Countries at Risk

Yellow fever is most commonly found in sub-Saharan Africa, parts of the Caribbean, Central and South America. Find country-specific vaccine recommendations with Travel Health Pro.

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Travel Precautions

While vaccination is the most effective way to prevent yellow fever, travellers should also take steps to avoid mosquito bites. This includes using insect repellent, wearing long-sleeved clothing, and staying in accommodations with screened windows and doors or air conditioning.

Signs and Symptoms

Symptoms of yellow fever usually appear 3 to 6 days after a bite from an infected mosquito. They include fever, chills, headache, backache, and muscle aches. About 15% of people who get yellow fever develop serious illness that can lead to bleeding, shock, organ failure, and sometimes death.

Further Information

The yellow fever vaccine is generally safe with few side effects. However, in rare cases, it can cause serious adverse reactions, including allergic reactions and problems affecting the nervous system or organs. It's important to discuss your travel plans and medical history with a healthcare professional to determine if the yellow fever vaccine is right for you.

References

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2. ICG YELLOW FEVER VACCINE REQUEST APPLICATION FORM - World Health Organization (WHO). 2023-12-14. 2
3. Yellow Fever | Immunize.org. 2023-10-10. 3
4. Yellow Fever Vaccine (YF-VAX®) - Model Standing Order and Immunization Protocol Template. 2023-03-21. 4
5. International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP) - YELLOW FEVER ZONE. 2022-06-08. 5