Typhoid is a bacterial infection usually acquired through contaminated food or water. Risk is higher where sanitation and access to clean water are limited, including parts of Asia, Africa and Central and South America.
Do I need a typhoid vaccine?
Vaccination may be recommended when your destination, accommodation, planned activities or contact with local communities increases exposure. Travellers visiting friends and relatives may have different risks from those staying in a resort, even within the same country.
What food and water precautions help?
- Drink sealed bottled water or water that has been made safe
- Avoid ice when its water source is uncertain
- Choose food that is freshly cooked and served hot
- Peel fruit yourself and wash hands before eating
Does vaccination remove all risk?
No vaccine provides complete protection, and vaccination does not protect against every food- and water-borne illness. Careful hygiene remains important throughout your trip. A travel consultation can confirm whether typhoid vaccination is appropriate for your itinerary.