Dengue

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Dengue

Dengue, also known as dengue fever, is an infection spread by mosquitoes. It is very common in certain parts of the world, especially in tropical regions including parts of Africa and Asia, Central and South America, the Caribbean,   the Pacific islands and the southern areas of North America. The Dengue vaccine can help prevent the infection

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Dengue

Vaccines Schedule

There is no booster vaccination for typhoid, instead a new vaccination should be given every 3 years for ongoing risk.

Name Number of doses Method of Administration
Dengue 2

What is Dengue?

Dengue is an infection spread by mosquito bites that can cause a severe flu-like illness. It is usually a mosquito of the species Aedes aegypti. Getting bitten by an infected mosquito can cause Dengue, also known as Dengue Fever. Dengue is the second most common cause of fever in unwell international travellers.

Where is Dengue commonly found?

Dengue is found commonly in many parts of the world, occurring in more than 120 countries

The most common regions are:

  • parts of Africa and Asia
  • Central and South America
  • the Caribbean
  • the Pacific islands
  • some southern areas of North America

During certain times of the year, dengue is also found in some parts of Europe. European countries where dengue has been found include:,/p>

  • Croatia
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Portugal and Madeira

You cannot catch dengue from another person.

 

 

Do you need an antigen fit to fly test for travel?

Order online for a free next day delivery or free instant collection from a local participating pharmacy.

Fit to fly Antigen Test (video supervised)

Fit to fly Antigen Test (video supervised)

  • Certificate issued within 1-2 hours*
  • GMC-registered doctor signed certificate
  • Suitable for CHINA & the Philippines
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