Typhoid Fever is a bacterial infection that is spread through contaminated food and water. All travellers are at risk when travelling to endemic areas. Without prompt treatment, it can cause serious complications and can be fatal.

The initial symptoms of typhoid fever include a fever abdominal pain and a dull headache. The symptoms continue to get worse. As the condition progresses, the risk of developing possibly fatal complications increases.

Areas of risk include: the Indian sub-continent, Asia, Africa and South America.
Following vaccination immunity lasts for up to 3 years after which a booster is recommended. Following administration of the vaccine flu-like symptoms can occur which should subside within 1-2 weeks.

Travellers to areas at risk may be recommended one of the following courses:

Typhim Vi, single dose injection
Vivotif, 3 capsules
It is also advised that travellers take appropriate precautions with food and water.