Typhoid Vaccination
The typhoid vaccine helps protect against typhoid fever, a serious bacterial infection commonly spread through contaminated food and water.
It is particularly important for travellers visiting areas with poor sanitation or limited access to clean water, especially in parts of Asia, Africa, and Central or South America.
What is Typhoid & How is it Spread?
Typhoid fever is caused by the Salmonella typhi bacteria and is transmitted through ingestion of contaminated food or water. Symptoms include high fever, weakness, stomach pain, and diarrhoea. Without treatment, it can lead to serious complications.
Typhoid is prevalent in areas with poor sanitation, particularly in regions such as:
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The Indian subcontinent
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Africa
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South America
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South and Southeast Asia
Travellers visiting these areas are at increased risk, especially as some strains of typhoid bacteria are becoming resistant to common antibiotics. The vaccine helps reduce the risk of infection and is an essential part of travel preparation.
For more information, speak with our pharmacy team or visit the NHS website.
What to Expect from Our Typhoid Vaccination Service
The typhoid vaccine is available at D H Roberts Pharmacy as a single-dose injection, providing protection for up to three years.
Here’s how the service works:
1. Complete the Travel Health Questionnaire: Start by filling out our online form to share your travel plans and medical history.
2. Consultation and Review: An independent prescriber will review your form. If appropriate, a prescription will be issued and sent directly to the pharmacy.
3. Schedule Your Appointment: Please contact D H Roberts Pharmacy two days after submitting your form to book your vaccination appointment.
The typhoid vaccine is priced at £39. If you’re planning to travel to a high-risk area, vaccination should be considered a top priority.
Planning Your Next Adventure?
The dengue fever vaccine is available at D H Roberts Pharmacy and requires two doses to complete the full course.
To begin, simply complete our travel health questionnaire. Once submitted, your information will be reviewed by one of our pharmacists, and if suitable, a prescription will be arranged.
We recommend contacting the pharmacy two days after submitting your form to schedule your vaccination appointment.
Fill out the questionnaire today and let us guide you through the next steps for a safe and protected journey.