What Vaccines Do I Need for Yemen? — Suffolk Travel Clinic Guide

Travelling to Yemen? Whether you're a humanitarian worker, visiting family, or travelling for essential purposes, it’s crucial to get fully vaccinated before your trip. Yemen has ongoing public health challenges and disease risks, so timely protection is vital. At Walton Pharmacy – Suffolk Clinic in Felixstowe, we offer comprehensive travel vaccine services, official certification, and expert pre-travel consultations.

📍 Address: 277 High St, Felixstowe IP11 9DU
📞 Phone: 01394 284139
🕘 Hours: Mon–Fri 9 am–5:30 pm; Sat 9 am–1 pm; Sun Closed

Why Choose Suffolk Travel Clinic Before Visiting Yemen?

• In-person consultations tailored to high-risk destinations

• All major vaccines stocked locally

• Yellow Fever certificates and ICVP issued on-site
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✅ Essential Vaccines for Yemen

Hepatitis A
Strongly recommended for all visitors due to poor sanitation and food/water contamination risks.

Typhoid
Typhoid cases are common due to limited clean water access. Vaccine is essential.

Tetanus, Diphtheria & Polio (Td/IPV)
Ensure your routine booster is up to date, especially if your last one was more than 10 years ago.

MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
Recommended to ensure full protection, especially with sporadic outbreaks.

Cholera
Recommended for long-stay travellers, aid workers, or during active outbreaks — cholera risk is significant in some regions.

Yellow Fever
Mandatory only if arriving from a country with Yellow Fever risk — you must carry a valid ICVP certificate.

💉 Additional Recommended Vaccines

Hepatitis B
Important for long-term stays, healthcare work, or potential medical exposure.

Rabies
Recommended for prolonged rural stays or for those at risk of animal bites — stray dogs are common.

Meningitis ACWY
Considered if you're staying in crowded conditions or travelling during peak seasons.

Tuberculosis (TB)
Considered for long stays or those working in healthcare/public settings.

🦟 Insect-Borne Illnesses & Malaria in Yemen

• Malaria is present in some areas — antimalarial tablets are advised

• Use mosquito nets, DEET-based repellent, and cover exposed skin

• Risk of dengue, leishmaniasis, and chikungunya also exists

📋 Pre-Travel Planning with Suffolk Clinic

We’ll help you prepare by assessing:

• Purpose and length of your trip

• Areas visited: urban vs rural

• Local disease risks and outbreak status
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📌 Yemen Vaccine Summary Table

✈️ Health & Safety Tips for Yemen

• Stick to bottled or boiled water

• Avoid raw or unpeeled food

• Take full malaria precautions

• Register with the FCDO for safety alerts

• Carry basic medical and hygiene supplies

✅ Book Your Vaccines at Suffolk Travel Clinic

• Travel health consultations tailored for Yemen

• Vaccines available in-clinic — no delivery wait

• ICVP (Yellow Card) certification available on-site
  → Book Now or call 01394 284139 to get prepared for your journey.

Stay safe, well-protected, and fully certified before travelling to Yemen.