Typhoid Vaccination
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What is Typhoid fever?
Typhoid fever is a serious bacterial infection caused by Salmonella Typhi, typically contracted through contaminated food and water. It is a major health concern in developing countries with poor sanitation conditions.
Typhoid fever can be life-threatening if not treated promptly. However, it can be prevented through vaccination and good hygiene practices.
Symptoms of Typhoid
Nausea
High fever
Vomiting
Abdominal pain
Diarrhoea
Constipation
Headache
Transmission of Typhoid
The Typhoid can be contracted through:
Poor sanitation
The risk is significantly high in areas where there are poor sanitary and hygiene conditions.
Contaminated food and water
The primary mode of transmission is by consuming contaminated food and water.
Contact with infected person
People infected with Typhoid shed bacteria in their stool. Direct contact with the infected person leads to transmission of the bacteria.
Who is the Typhoid vaccine suitable for?
- Travellers to high-risk areas of Typhoid
- Individuals already living in endemic areas
- Long-term stay travellers
- Oral vaccine is not suitable for people with weakened immune system
- Individuals in close contact with an infected person
Areas at risk for Typhoid
Africa
- South Africa
- Ethiopia
- Nigeria
- Kenya
- Uganda
- Tanzania
South Asia
- India
- Bangladesh
- Pakistan
Central America
- Guatemala
- El Salvador
- Honduras
South America
- Ukraine
- Russia
Middle East
- Iran
- Iraq
Southeast Asia
- Cambodia
- Laos
- Myanmar
- Vietnam
Typhoid vaccination dosage schedule
Dosage
Summary
Injectable Typhoid vaccine (Vi Polysaccharide)
This is given as a single shot, with booster doses recommended every 2-3 years. It is advised for individuals aged 2 and older.
Oral Typhoid vaccine (Ty21a)
This is given orally as a capsule as a 3-4 dose series, taken on alternate days. It is recommended for individuals aged 6 and older.
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Why choose us
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How we make it easy
No hassle—schedule your appointment with our easy online booking or visit us when it’s convenient for you. Our expert care makes sure you're in good hands!
What you get
Getting vaccinated is not only about protection—it’s all about giving yourself peace of mind knowing you’ve made the best decision for a healthier, illness-free tomorrow!
FAQs
There are two types of Typhoid vaccines; Injectable Typhoid vaccine provides immunity for about 3 years and the oral Typhoid vaccine provides protection for up to 5 years.
The inactivated Typhoid vaccine is suitable for children aged 2 and above and the oral vaccine is recommended for children aged 6 and above
The Typhoid inactivated vaccine is safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women. But Typhoid oral vaccines are not recommended.
The oral Typhoid vaccine is a live vaccine and the injectable typhoid vaccine is an inactivated vaccine
Both injectable or oral Typhoid vaccines are effective, it depends on the age and health status of the individual.
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