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Yellow Fever

Stay safe everywhere you go

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What is Yellow Fever?

Yellow fever (YF) is caused by a virus, which circulates between infected monkeys or humans and mosquitoes and occurs in parts of the tropical and sub-tropical regions of Africa and South/Central America (including Trinidad). YF virus can cause an illness that results in jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes) and bleeding with severe damage to the major organs (e.g. liver, kidneys and heart). The likelihood of dying is high in those who develop severe disease.

How does the vaccination work?

Under the International Health Regulations (2005), an International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis for YF may be an entry requirement for some travellers to YF risk countries. YF certificate requirements are not necessarily connected to the risk of disease for a traveller. Park Hall pharmacy is a designated UK Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres (YFVCs). A single dose injection is administered to provide protection lasting over 35 years.

Who should be vaccinated?

YF vaccine is indicated for individuals at risk of yellow fever, and to prevent the international spread of this disease. The following groups should be immunised if there are no contraindications to the vaccine [19]:

  • Laboratory workers handling infective material.

  • Persons aged nine months or older travelling to or living in countries with a risk of yellow fever transmission (see vaccination recommendation maps on the Country Information pages).

  • Persons aged nine months or older who are travelling to or living in countries that require an International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP) for entry.

How much does it cost?

£60 per full course

How it works

01

Book a free consultation

02

Discuss and agree to a suitable treatment plan

03

Book an adminstration appointment

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