Typhoid Vaccination
Injectable and oral typhoid vaccines available — protect yourself against typhoid fever before travelling to high-risk destinations.
Overview
Typhoid fever is a serious bacterial infection caused by Salmonella typhi, spread through contaminated food and water. It's endemic in many parts of South Asia, Africa, Central and South America, and South-East Asia, with an estimated 11–20 million cases globally each year.
At Gloucester Travel Clinic, we offer two types of typhoid vaccine: the injectable vaccine (Typhim Vi®) providing protection for approximately 3 years, and the oral capsule vaccine (Vivotif®) which may be preferred by patients who dislike injections.
Typhoid vaccination is strongly recommended by NaTHNaC and Public Health England for travellers to endemic areas, particularly those visiting friends and relatives, staying in rural areas, or eating street food.
Vaccine Options & Pricing
| Vaccine | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Typhim Vi® | Single injection | £40 |
| Vivotif® | 3 oral capsules | £40 |
High-Risk Destinations
Typhoid vaccination is particularly recommended for travel to:
- South Asia — India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal (highest risk region globally)
- Africa — West Africa, East Africa, and Central Africa
- South-East Asia — Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar, Indonesia
- Central & South America — Peru, Bolivia, Guatemala
Even vaccinated travellers should practise careful food and water hygiene, as the vaccine provides approximately 70–80% protection.
Side Effects
Injectable vaccine: Mild soreness at the injection site, occasional headache or low-grade fever for 1–2 days.
Oral vaccine: Occasional nausea, abdominal discomfort, or diarrhoea. Capsules must be taken on an empty stomach and stored in the fridge.