Side effects: The typhoid vaccine may cause mild side effects such as soreness or redness at the injection site, headache, tiredness, mild fever, or stomach discomfort.
Additional precautions: Take care with food and water hygiene when travelling. Drink bottled or treated water, avoid ice cubes, wash hands regularly, and eat well-cooked food to reduce the risk of infection.
Risks caused by typhoid: Typhoid is a serious bacterial infection that can cause prolonged fever, weakness, abdominal pain, and digestive problems. Without treatment, it can lead to severe complications and be life-threatening.