Is Typhoid vaccine effective?
Yes. The typhoid vaccine reduces your risk of becoming ill with typhoid fever. Who should be vaccinated? Anyone over 2 years of age who is traveling to a typhoid fever risk area should consider receiving a typhoid fever vaccine. Your risk of becoming ill with typhoid fever is greater if: 1. You will be traveling to places off the beaten track; 2. You will be eating and drinking in places where food and drink may be contaminated because of sanitation problems; 3. You have a weakened immune system – for example, if you have AIDS, are HIV positive, or you are having chemotherapy; 4. You have low levels of gastric acid – for example, if you have had a gastrectomy, or if you take antacids or medication for ulcers. Who should not be vaccinated? You should not receive a typhoid vaccination: 1. If you are allergic to any ingredient of the vaccine: the VI antigen, the buffer solution, or the phenol preservative. 2. If you are ill with an infection or fever. Wait until you are well before having
