PMC offers private Cholera Vaccination services for travellers visiting regions where cholera risk is present. Cholera is a serious bacterial infection spread through contaminated food and water and can cause severe diarrhoea, dehydration, and life-threatening illness if untreated.
The vaccine helps stimulate an immune response in the intestines against cholera bacteria.
Reduce risk of severe cholera infection
Lower risk of dehydration complications
Provide additional protection during travel
Cholera is an acute bacterial infection of the small intestine caused by Vibrio cholerae. It spreads through contaminated water and food and can cause severe, watery diarrhoea that leads to life-threatening dehydration within hours if untreated.
Although cholera is not found in the UK, the World Health Organization currently classes the global cholera risk as very high, with 60 countries reporting cases in 2024 — up from 45 in 2023 — driven by conflict, climate shocks, and gaps in clean water infrastructure.
Countries, Reported cholera cases in 2024
Years, Duration of protection in adults
Protective efficacy of Dukoral (first 6 months)
Week, Protection starts 1 week after dose 2
Cholera is a diarrhoeal disease spread through unsafe water and contaminated food. Up to 80% of infections are mild or asymptomatic, but severe cases cause profuse watery diarrhoea ("rice-water stools") that can quickly lead to dangerous dehydration.
Cholera is an intestinal infection caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae.
Severe cholera can rapidly lead to:
Two oral cholera vaccines are licensed in the United Kingdom: Dukoral® and Vaxchora®. Both work by stimulating a protective immune response in the lining of the gut.
PMC primarily offers Dukoral®, most widely used oral cholera vaccine in UK.
Vaxchora® is another oral cholera vaccine available in some countries.
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Travelling to regions experiencing cholera outbreaks, disaster zones, or overcrowded areas where access to clean water and sanitation is limited.
Visiting rural or isolated locations in endemic countries where healthcare access may be restricted and food or water hygiene cannot always be guaranteed.
Individuals spending extended periods abroad, including backpackers, volunteers, or those staying in basic accommodation within affected areas.
Travellers with reduced stomach acid, inflammatory bowel disease, weakened immunity, or those taking acid-reducing medication may have a higher risk of infection.
Children are more vulnerable to dehydration caused by cholera. Dukoral® is suitable for children aged 2+ using an age-appropriate vaccination schedule.
Book a travel consultation with our experienced travel health team for personalised vaccine advice based on your destination, itinerary, and medical history.
Vaccination suitability depends on destination risk, type of travel, and individual medical factors.
Does not protect against all diarrhoeal illnesses
Does not replace food and water safety precautions
May not be necessary for every traveller
The oral Dukoral vaccine is straightforward to take and well tolerated. Here's what to expect from booking to protection.
Private vaccination clinics may benefit travellers, families, students, busy professionals, and those requiring faster access.
Available across the UK via secure video consultation.
Vaccination should always be combined with good hygiene precautions.
Important Safety Measures:
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Common questions about Cholera Vaccine
No. Cholera vaccines such as Dukoral® are taken orally as a drink.
No. Many standard tourists may not require it unless travelling to higher-risk areas or conditions.
It significantly reduces the risk of cholera but does not provide complete protection. Safe food and water precautions are still essential.
Dukoral® may provide protection for up to 2 years in adults, while some other vaccines provide shorter-term protection.
Yes. Dukoral® is licensed for children aged 2 years and older.
Yes. No vaccine provides 100% protection, which is why hygiene precautions remain important.
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