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Travel Vaccinations for Republic of Korea
Vaccinations
- Hepatitis A vaccination £62.50 per dose
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Hepatitis A is a viral infection which causes an inflammation of the liver. In countries where hep A is prominent, many people catch it as a child. The infection tends to be mild in children but can occasionally cause complications. In adults, however, it can lead to liver damage or even liver failure. Although infection rates appear to be on the decrease, hepatitis A is endemic to Sri Lanka and the vaccination is recommended for all travellers.
Per Dose £62.50 Doses per course 1 Price per course £62.50 - Japanese Encephalitis Vaccination £105 per dose
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Indonesia is a risk country for Japanese encephalitis, a viral infection passed on by mosquitoes. It can cause severe symptoms and long term damage. If you are travelling to areas where Japanese encephalitis is endemic you may need the vaccination in addition to practicing insect bite avoidance.
Per Dose £105 Doses per course 2 Price per course £210
Why do I need a consultation?
It is difficult to say which vaccines you need without asking a medical professional. Your itinerary, your medical history and the activities you have planned all affect which vaccinations you need. It is important that a trained travel nurse or pharmacist checks what you need.
Exactly the travel vaccinations you need - no more, no less.
During your consultation, our nurse or pharmacist will talk you through the health risks at your travel destinations to check which vaccines you need. If a vaccine is not essential, we will explain your options so you can decide whether you would like to have it.
Malaria
Malaria is a serious and sometimes fatal disease transmitted by mosquitoes. You cannot be vaccinated against malaria.
Malaria Precautions
- Malaria risk is low throughout the year mainly in northern areas of Gangwon Do and Kyunggi Do Provinces and Incheon City.
- Malaria precautions are essential Avoid mosquito bites by covering up with clothing such as long sleeves and long trousers especially after sunset, using insect repellents on exposed skin and, when necessary, sleeping under a mosquito net.
- See malaria map additional information can be found by clicking on the Regional Information icon below the map.
- Low to no risk areas: antimalarial tablets are not usually advised .
- If you have been travelling in a malarious area and develop a fever seek medical attention promptly. Remember malaria can develop even up to one year after exposure.
