Cholera Vaccine

What is Cholera?

The cholera vaccine is taken orally and protects against cholera whilst travelling. Cholera is found in countries with bad sanitation and poor access to clean drinking water. Cholera can cause extreme, watery diarrhoea which can lead to serious complications and in some circumstances, death.

Do I need the Cholera Vaccine?

The risk of contracting cholera whilst travelling is low however certain activities may increase your chance of falling ill from cholera. You may be recommended to have the cholera vaccination if:

you are an aid worker

you are going to areas of cholera outbreaks who have limited access to safe water and medical care.

vaccination is considered potentially beneficial. (i.e. for those who do not fit into the above groups, but are still considered at higher risk)

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