Typhoid Vaccine in Highfield Pharmacy
Same-Day Appointments Available for Typhoid Vaccination
Typhoid Vaccine
£35
ⓘ Vaccination requirements may vary by country. Please consult with the pharmacy before booking.
About Typhoid Vaccination
How Our Typhoid Vaccine Service Works
Book an Appointment
Call us or use our online booking system to schedule your travel health consultation. We recommend booking 6–8 weeks before departure to allow time for vaccines requiring multiple doses, though same-day appointments are available for urgent travel.
Attend Your Consultation
Our pharmacist will review your travel itinerary, medical history, and previous vaccinations to determine which vaccines, including the typhoid vaccine, and any antimalarial medications you need. You will receive your typhoid vaccination during this appointment, along with detailed health advice tailored to your destination.
Travel with Confidence
Full protection develops 2–3 weeks after vaccination. You'll receive documentation of all vaccines administered for your records and future travel. Your typhoid vaccine provides protection for up to three years, after which revaccination may be required. So keep your records safe for subsequent trips.
What Is Typhoid Fever?
Typhoid fever is a potentially life-threatening bacterial infection caused by Salmonella typhi. The disease spreads through contaminated food and water and causes prolonged high fever, severe abdominal symptoms, and systemic illness. Without proper treatment, typhoid can lead to serious complications including intestinal perforation and death.
How Fever? Spreads:
- Consuming food or water contaminated with infected faeces
- Poor hand hygiene in endemic areas
- Eating food prepared by an infected carrier
- Contaminated raw fruits and vegetables
High-Risk Destinations Include:
- Indian subcontinent (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh)
- Southeast Asia (Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia)
- Sub-Saharan Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Nigeria, Ghana)
- Parts of South America and the Caribbean
- Middle East regions with poor sanitation infrastructure
Importance Of Typhoid Vaccine Vaccination
The vaccine provides high protection against Salmonella typhi. It does not protect against paratyphoid fever. Strict food and water hygiene are still essential. It significantly reduces your risk during travel to endemic areas. Whilst no vaccine offers complete protection, vaccination combined with careful food and water precautions dramatically lowers your infection risk.
Why Typhoid Vaccine matters:
Who Should Get The Typhoid Vaccine?
Typhoid vaccination is recommended for travellers visiting countries where the disease is endemic. It is particularly important for those staying in areas with poor sanitation or planning to eat local street food. Our travel health specialists assess your individual travel plans and personal risk factors before vaccination.
Typhoid Vaccination Is Strongly Recommended For
Travellers visiting friends and relatives (VFR) in South Asia or Africa
Backpackers and adventure travellers in endemic regions
Extended stays of more than two weeks in high-risk destinations
Volunteers and aid workers in communities with poor sanitation
Travellers with reduced stomach acid and higher infection susceptibility
Individuals planning to eat local street food or regional cuisine in endemic areas
Business travellers visiting regions with limited infrastructure
The Vaccine Is Suitable For
Injectable vaccine for adults and children from 2 years of age
Oral capsule vaccine for individuals over 5 years old
Pregnant women following individual risk-benefit assessment
Elderly travellers requiring additional travel protection
Individuals with most stable chronic health conditions
Who Should Not Receive The Vaccine
Children under 2 years old for the injectable Vi vaccine
Individuals with previous severe allergic reactions to typhoid vaccine components
People with acute febrile illness until fully recovered
Symptoms Of Typhoid
Typhoid fever develops gradually, usually 6–30 days after infection. Early symptoms often resemble common viral illnesses, making diagnosis difficult without proper medical assessment. Untreated typhoid progressively worsens over time.
Typical typhoid symptoms
- Sustained high fever gradually rising to 39–40°C
- Severe headache and general malaise
- Abdominal pain and tenderness
- Constipation or diarrhoea
- Dry cough and sore throat
- Loss of appetite and weight loss
- Rose-coloured spots on the chest or abdomen
- Confusion and disorientation in severe cases
- Bradycardia (slow pulse despite high fever)
Without treatment, complications can include
- Intestinal bleeding or perforation
- Severe dehydration
- Myocarditis (heart inflammation)
- Neurological complications
Serious allergic reactions are extremely rare. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience difficulty breathing, facial swelling, widespread rash with blistering, or severe chest pain after vaccination.
Side Effects Of Typhoid Vaccination
The injectable typhoid vaccine is well-tolerated by most people. Common side effects like site soreness or headache usually resolve within 48 to 72 hours. The single-injection format makes it convenient for those with limited time before departure.
- Pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site
- Mild headache
- General tiredness or feeling unwell
- Slight fever or raised temperature
- Mild nausea
- Muscle aches and joint pain
- Dizziness
- Stomach upset or diarrhoea
- Skin rash or itching
- Resume normal activities immediately after vaccination
- Apply a cold compress to reduce injection site discomfort if needed
- Paracetamol can help relieve headache or fever
- Protection develops within 2–3 weeks of vaccination
- Full immunity maintained for three years
Book Your Vaccine Today
Same-day appointments available with qualified travel health professionals.
Book AppointmentWhy Choose Our Travel Clinic in Highfield Pharmacy
Experienced Travel Health Specialists
Our pharmacists hold specialist qualifications in travel medicine and maintain up-to-date knowledge of UKHSA (UK Health Security Agency), WHO, and NaTHNaC guidance. We provide evidence-based recommendations specific to your travel plans.
Same-Day Appointments
We offer flexible scheduling including same-day appointments for urgent pre-departure requirements. Whilst we recommend booking 6–8 weeks before travel when possible, we accommodate last-minute travellers with pressing departure dates.
Complete Travel Vaccination Service
Full range of travel vaccines including yellow fever vaccination (available at designated centres), hepatitis A and B, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, meningitis ACWY, and tick-borne encephalitis. We also prescribe antimalarial medication and provide altitude sickness tablets. We are your complete travel health destination.
Comprehensive Travel Health Assessments
Your consultation includes thorough evaluation of your destination, season, accommodation type, planned activities, and personal health history. You'll receive tailored advice on all necessary vaccinations, malaria prophylaxis, and practical health precautions for safe travel.
Convenient Central Location
Easily accessible from town centre, Langley, Cippenham, Windsor, Maidenhead, and surrounding Berkshire areas. Convenient appointment times designed around your work and family commitments.
Clear, Transparent Pricing
Upfront costs with no hidden charges. All fees discussed during your consultation so you can make informed decisions and plan your travel health budget confidently.