Cholera

What is Cholera

Cholera can cause severe diarrhoea and dehydration. Severe illness can be fatal within hours without prompt treatment.

Common Symptoms

Sudden onset of profuse, watery diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting

Administration

Cholera Vaccine is given as a drink.

Dukoral is an oral vaccine. The course and preparation depend on age: adults and children aged six and over usually need two doses, while children aged two to under six need three doses and a different buffer volume. Follow the pharmacist’s instructions and the Dukoral product information.

Transmission

Faecal-oral route (ingesting contaminated food and water)

Affected Countries

Found worldwide although the disease is more prevalent in poor hygiene areas

Preventing Infection

Taking additional food/water precautions such as avoiding food prepared in places with potentially poor hygiene standards.

Water purification bottles are recommended.

Frequent hand washing and taking strict hygiene measures are recommended

Planning your travel appointment? Our travel clinic guide and prices explain the booking process. You can also read the separate hepatitis A vaccine information and typhoid vaccine information. Your consultation determines which vaccines are appropriate for your trip.