🦟 Yellow Fever Vaccine

A single-dose vaccine offering long-lasting protection against yellow fever, a serious mosquito-borne virus.

🔍 What is it?
A live attenuated vaccine to protect against yellow fever virus, found in tropical areas of Africa and South America.
Some countries require proof of vaccination (Yellow Fever Certificate).

🧪 What does it do?
Stimulates immune response against yellow fever
Provides immunity within 10 days

🔎 Note: Certificate valid for life after a single dose.

❓ Why might I need it?
🦟 Travelling to sub-Saharan Africa or South America
🌐 Required for entry into certain countries
🌲 Visiting remote, rural, or forested areas

🧬 Conditions it helps prevent:

• Yellow fever virus infection
• Liver failure, internal bleeding, and death in severe cases

🩺 How is it given?
Single injection in the upper arm
Administered at least 10 days before travel

💷 Typical Private Cost in the UK:
£60–£90 (includes certificate)

✅ Commonly Combined With:
Malaria tablets (if travelling to same regions)
Typhoid, Hep A, and Tetanus boosters

📚 References:
NHS Fit for Travel – Yellow Fever
WHO – International Travel and Health
TravelHealthPro – Vaccine Recommendations