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Which countries require proof of yellow fever vaccination?

Yellow fever is a serious infection that’s most commonly found in sub-Saharan Africa, South America, and Central America. It’s spread through the bites of infected mosquitos and can quickly cause serious or even fatal complications in people who contract it. The most effective way to prevent yellow fever is by

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Do we need yellow fever vaccination to travel abroad?

It’s not just covid-19 that you may need to be vaccinated against before travelling to certain countries. Many regions require proof of vaccination against other diseases, like tuberculosis, polio, rabies, and yellow fever. Some countries also require proof of vaccination if you’re arriving from certain regions. If you’re unsure which

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What are some preventive tips for yellow fever?

Mosquito bites can be far more than just an itchy nuisance. Many diseases can be spread through those bites, some of which can have serious consequences. One such disease is yellow fever. Not all mosquitos in all areas carry the disease. Instead, it’s more commonly found in parts of sub-saharan

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How Can You Take Care of Someone with Yellow Fever?

Yellow fever is one of the most dangerous mosquito-borne diseases that cause muscle aches, fever, headaches, and chills after 3-6 days of infection. It becomes life-threatening in severe cases, causing jaundice, bleeding, and organ failure. Although a person can recover after the initial symptoms of the disease, it can become

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How is yellow fever transmitted?

Found in regions of central America, south America, and sub-saharan Africa, yellow fever is a serious infection that occurs in around 200,000 people worldwide. It has a short incubation period and the potential of becoming very serious, causing life-long complications and even death. The best way to protect yourself is

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Yellow Fever Vaccination - Touchwood Pharmacy

What is Yellow Fever? And How Can You Prevent it?

Yellow fever is a rare but serious infection that is spread by mosquito bites. It is found in South America, Central America, the Caribbean, and parts of sub-Saharan Africa. If you will be traveling to any of these regions, it is important to protect yourself from potentially contracting this dangerous

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What are the Benefits of Yellow Fever Vaccination?

Whether you are a seasoned traveller or this is your first time going abroad, you should know that due to different diseases and levels of vaccine uptake around the world, you may have vaccine requirements to fulfil before you board any plane. Even if you have had a vaccination previously,

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Everything you Need to Know About Yellow Fever

Yellow fever is a very serious infection that is contracted through bites from contaminated mosquitos. It is only found in specific areas of the world such as South America, Central America, the Caribbean, and parts of sub-Saharan Africa.  Infected mosquitos can be found everywhere throughout these regions, with people contracting

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