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Typhoid Vaccine

Typhoid Vaccine

About the Vaccine:

The typhoid vaccine comes in oral and injectable forms and protects against Salmonella typhi.
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Who Needs This Vaccine:
  • Travelers to countries with poor water sanitation.
  • People at occupational risk.
Why You Need It:
Typhoid fever can cause serious complications like intestinal perforation.
Benefits:
  • Oral vaccine offers protection for up to 5 years.
  • Injectable vaccine protects for 2–3 years.
FAQs:
  • Which type is better? Oral offers longer immunity but requires multiple doses.
  • When should I get vaccinated? At least 2 weeks before exposure.