Cholera Vaccine – West End, Southampton

Cholera is a severe diarrhoeal illness caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. It is most commonly contracted by consuming contaminated food or water, particularly in areas with poor sanitation and limited access to clean drinking water. Cholera can lead to rapid dehydration, making vaccination essential for travellers to high-risk areas.

At Chartwell Pharmacy & Travel Clinic in West End, Southampton, we provide easy access to the oral cholera vaccine — ideal for adults and children over 2 years old — with no GP referral required.

How is Cholera Spread?

• Drinking untreated or contaminated water
• Eating raw or undercooked seafood
• Food prepared in poor hygienic conditions
• Close contact with infected individuals in outbreak settings

Symptoms of Cholera

• Sudden onset of profuse, watery diarrhoea
• Vomiting and muscle cramps
• Rapid dehydration and electrolyte imbalance
• Low blood pressure and shock in severe cases

Cholera symptoms can appear within hours and become life-threatening without prompt treatment. Vaccination provides a vital layer of protection.

High-Risk Travel Areas

• Sub-Saharan Africa
• South and Southeast Asia
• Haiti and the Caribbean
• Yemen and parts of the Middle East during outbreaks

Cholera Vaccine Schedule

• Oral vaccine (Dukoral): 2 doses taken 1–6 weeks apart
• Protection starts about 1 week after the second dose
• Recommended for aid workers, long-term travellers, or during outbreaks

Book Your Cholera Vaccine in Southampton

If you're travelling to a region with poor sanitation or recent outbreaks, protect yourself with the oral cholera vaccine at Chartwell Pharmacy in West End, Southampton.

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