• About the vaccine

    • When to get vaccinated: You should get vaccinated at least two weeks before travelling.
    • Course: The course consists of one dose.
    •  Boosters:  The vaccine protects you for one year. If you have another booster after 6 -12 months, you won’t need any further boosters for 25 years thereafter.
    • How it is given: An injection in the upper arm.
    • Side effects: Side effects can include a high temperature, feeling tired and soreness at the injection site.
    • Children: The vaccine is suitable for children over the age of one.
    • Additional precautions: You need to practise food safety as well as water and hand hygiene while in an area where hepatitis A is endemic.
    • Risk if you contract hepatitis A: Hepatitis A can cause mild to severe symptoms, including fever and digestive issues. It can cause complications such as liver failure.
  • About the vaccine

    • When to get vaccinated: You should get your polio, diphtheria and tetanus booster two weeks before travel.
    • Course: If you have had the vaccine before, you will need one dose as a booster. If it’s your first jab, you may need several doses.
    • Boosters: How long does the Polio, Tetanus, and Diphtheria vaccine last? The vaccine protects you for 10 years. You will need a booster to remain protected after 10 years.
    • How it is given: The vaccine is given as an injection in the upper arm.
    • Side effects: You may experience mild side effects such as soreness at the injection site or feeling unwell.
    • Children: We offer the vaccine for children from the age of 10.
    • Additional precautions: Polio, tetanus and diphtheria are serious illnesses which can cause a range of complications. They can be fatal.
  • About the vaccine

    • When to get vaccinated: You need to finish the course at least one week before travel. This means, that you need to get your first dose at least two weeks before travel. Please note: Timelines for paediatric vaccines differ.
    • Course: The course for adults consists of two doses given seven days apart.
    • How it is given: The cholera vaccine is given as a drink.
    • Side effects: You may experience temporary side effects such as fever, digestive problems or headache.
    • Children: The vaccine is suitable for children over the age of two.
    • Additional precautions: In addition to getting vaccinated you need to practise food, hand and water hygiene while in a risk area.
    • Risk if you contract cholera: Cholera can cause digestive problems such as severe diarrhoea and vomiting. It increases your risk of dehydration, which can be fatal.
    • Before the appointment: Avoid eating, drinking, and if possible taking medication for one hour before your appointment.
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