Cholera vaccine in Basingstoke
Cholera is a diarrhoeal infection caught from contaminated water and food, mostly where sanitation is poor or during outbreaks. The vaccine is an oral drink rather than an injection: adults take two doses one to six weeks apart and finish at least a week before travel. It costs £50 a dose, or £100 for the course.
Vaccines
Who needs the cholera vaccine
Most holidaymakers do not. It is mainly advised for aid and disaster-relief workers, travel to outbreak areas, and remote trips with limited access to safe water and medical care. Whether you need it depends on your itinerary, activities and health, and we confirm that at your consultation using the latest NaTHNaC guidance.
Frequently asked questions
Is the cholera vaccine a jab?
No. It is a drink, taken as two doses one to six weeks apart.
How much is the cholera vaccine in Basingstoke?
£50 a dose at Basingstoke Travel Clinic, £100 for the two-dose course.