Dengue Fever

Dengue is the second most commonly identified cause of fever in unwell international travellers. It is due to infection with a virus called dengue virus.

Dengue virus is spread by the bite of infected mosquitoes. The mosquitoes are usually of the species Aedes aegypti and can be recognised by the white stripes on their legs. They mainly bite during the day, from sunrise until sunset and can also transmit chikungunya fever, Zika virus and yellow fever.

Dengue is widespread throughout the tropics and subtropics, occurring in more than 120 countries. Nearly 100 million cases of dengue are thought to occur every year. Severe infection mainly affects infants and children living in the tropics and subtropics. Outbreaks of dengue are common and often occur in a seasonal pattern. Outbreaks due to imported infection have been reported in Southern Europe.

Mangal Pharmacy can administer a 2 dose course of Qdenga injections by Takeda as a vaccine to provide immunity to the virus. The 2nd dose is administered 3 months after the first. The vaccine is licenced for use in clinically appropriate individuals aged 4 years and over.

Sometimes the risks of being vaccinated outweigh the benefits. Hence, an individual risk assessment is carried out prior to each vaccination. Your booking confirmation email will contain a link to an essential form. Please access and submit that form as soon as possible.

Please provide at least 24 hours' notice for cancellations to qualify for a refund. We reserve the right to charge an administration fee for a cancelled booking.

PRICE PER COURSE

£199

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