What Is Typhus Fever?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
9. Vaccines
If you are expecting to travel to a high-risk part of the world then you should make sure to get vaccinated first. These don’t offer complete protection so it is advisable to also take the other precautions already mentioned when you are travelling.
One type of the vaccine is taken orally and consists of four capsules. One capsule is to be taken every other day.
Another type of vaccine is a single injection that should be administered approximately 7 days before the date you are expecting to travel. Booster vaccinations will also be necessary to help ensure your immune system is able to combat the disease.
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