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Travel Vaccinations for Turkey

Vaccines To Consider When Visiting Turkey

A consultation will be completed with one of our specialist travel health nurses to assess your individual travel plans and health background before making recommendations, which can then be administered during the same appointment.

Hepatitis A - Adult
From £79
Hepatitis B
From £59
Rabies IM
From £89
Typhoid vaccine
From £49
Tetanus, Diphtheria & Polio
From £49
There is a risk of Malaria in Turkey. London Travel Clinic offers a range of antimalarials to keep you protected

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Destination Information for Turkey

Turkey is a vast country on the Mediterranean, connecting Eastern Europe and Western Asia, and this cultural mix is shown throughout the range of influences within Turkey itself. There are huge cosmopolitan cities and sleepy fishing villages, popular beachside resorts and remote areas of wilderness. Turkey is home to plenty of historically significant sites, and Istanbul, as the country’s largest city, is brimming with mosques and churches as well as bazaars and cafes. The second largest city, and the capital, is Ankara, in Central Anatolia. Whether you’re heading to Turkey on a package holiday to relax and enjoy the weather and beautiful beaches, or you’re an independent traveller keen to explore the less commercial side of the country, Turkey is filled with culture, colour and tradition.

The Turkish people are extremely friendly and welcoming, whether you’re enjoying a traditional Turkish coffee or haggling at a local market or bazaar. High season coincides with the British summer, when resort prices are highest, as is the temperature. For an alternative Turkish holiday, you could head to the mountains inland between October and April, and enjoy some of the various winter sporting opportunities available.

Before you can lounge by the pool, undertake sports and enjoy the sunshine, you should make sure you have been administered with the necessary travel vaccinations before departure. Hepatitis A and being up to date with tetanus is important but there are other disease risks you may need to consider. Visit a clinic 6-8 weeks in advance of your trip for advice on the best ways to stay safe. And for any medical emergencies that vaccines cannot protect against, make sure you have travel insurance, so you are fully covered.

Infections and Outbreaks frequently change from country to country and by attending our clinics you will be given the most up to date clinical and safety advice from our team of specialists. Our advice to you often includes aspects such as:

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Non Vaccinated Diseases

Rift Valley fever

Rift Valley fever (RVF) is an acute, fever-causing viral disease that usually affects domesticated animals (such as cattle and sheep), but can also infect and cause illness in humans. The majority of human infections are caused by direct or indirect contact with the blood or organs of infected animals.

Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever

Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is primarily spread to humans either by infected ticks or animal blood. Human-to-human transmission can also occur resulting from close contact with the blood, organs or other bodily fluids of an infected person.

West Nile virus

West Nile virus (WNV) is spread by mosquitoes in many countries. There are usually no symptoms, although some people develop mild flu-like symptoms, nausea and skin rash. The virus is not contagious and should get better without any treatment.

Travel Kits and Accessories
Price
Deet 50% - 100ml
£8
Deet 50% - 50ml
£6
Lifesystems EX4 Anti-Mozzie Fabric Spray - 350ml
£8.50
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Single
£20
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Double
£25
Natural Mosquito Repellent - 100ml
£7.75

Chikungunya

Chikungunya is a viral disease transmitted to humans by infected mosquitoes and it causes fever and severe joint pain. Other symptoms include muscle pain, headache, nausea, fatigue and rash. Joint pain is often debilitating and can vary in duration. The disease shares some clinical signs with Dengue, and can be misdiagnosed in areas where Dengue is common. There is no cure for the disease. Treatment is focused on relieving the symptoms.

Travel Kits and Accessories
Price
Deet 50% - 100ml
£8
Deet 50% - 50ml
£6
Lifesystems Bed Bug Barrier Bedsheet
£12.99
Lifesystems EX4 Anti-Mozzie Fabric Spray - 350ml
£8.50
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Single
£20
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Double
£25

Leishmaniasis

A parasitic disease transmitted by the bite of an infected sandfly. Cutaneous Leishmaniasis (the most common): Causes skin lesions, mainly ulcers on exposed parts of the body, causing scars and serious disability. 90% of cases are in the Americas, the Mediterranean basin, the Middle East and Asia. Visceral Leishmaniasis (the most dangerous): Causes enlarged spleen and liver, anaemia, weight loss and irregular bouts of fever. Highly endemic in the Indian Subcontinent and East Africa. Mucotaneous (the least common): Causes partial or total destruction of the mucous membranes in the nose, mouth and throat. Most cases are found in Peru, Bolivia and Brazil.

Travel Kits and Accessories
Price
Deet 50% - 100ml
£8
Deet 50% - 50ml
£6
Lifesystems EX4 Anti-Mozzie Fabric Spray - 350ml
£8.50
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Single
£20
Lifesystems Micro Mosquito Net - Double
£25

Schistosomiasis

Schistosomiasis, also called bilharzia, is an infection caused by a parasitic worm that lives in fresh water in subtropical and tropical regions. Avoid swimming in fresh water rivers, streams and lakes if you can. You often don't have any symptoms at first, but after a few weeks may develop a rash, high temperature, cough, diarrhoea and joint pain. Schistosomiasis can usually be treated successfully with a short course of a medication that kills the worms.