Travel vaccination
Typhoid
Waterborne infection common in South Asia
Overview
Typhoid is a bacterial infection spread through contaminated food and water, especially in the Indian subcontinent.
Who needs it
Travellers to South Asia, Africa, and parts of South America — particularly those visiting friends and relatives.
Dosing schedule
Single dose, at least 2 weeks before travel. Booster every 3 years.
Common side effects
Sore arm, mild headache.
Common destinations
IndiaBangladeshPakistanEgyptPeru