Travel vaccines for Philippines in West Hampstead

Travel vaccines for the Philippines, at a glance

NaTHNaC recommends Hepatitis A, Typhoid and Rabies for almost all Philippines travellers, with Japanese Encephalitis for rural travel. The Philippines is one of Asia's most rabies-endemic countries, so pre-exposure rabies is strongly advised, particularly for island-hopping, beach trips and children. Dengue is a year-round risk; the Qdenga vaccine is now available for previously infected travellers.

Hepatitis A and Typhoid

Both are standard for the Philippines and can be given together as Viatim (one injection) or separately. Hep A protects for around 12 months from a single dose (25 years with a booster); Typhoid protects for around 3 years. Food and water hygiene is variable across the islands, and even resort travellers eating fresh seafood are at risk.

Rabies, strongly recommended

The Philippines has one of the highest rates of human rabies in Asia, with stray dog populations on almost every island. Post-exposure treatment can require evacuation from remote islands, and rabies immunoglobulin is often unavailable outside major cities. Pre-exposure vaccination (two doses on days 0 and 7) is strongly recommended for almost all travellers, particularly children, cyclists, runners and anyone planning to be more than 24 hours from a major hospital.

Japanese Encephalitis

JE is a mosquito-borne viral infection found in rural and rice-growing regions of the Philippines. The risk is year-round but peaks during the rainy season (June to November). The vaccine is recommended for travellers spending a month or more in rural areas, or shorter trips with significant rural exposure. Two doses on days 0 and 28; accelerated schedule available.

Dengue fever and the Qdenga vaccine

Dengue is endemic and a year-round risk across the country. Bite avoidance with DEET, long sleeves and air-conditioned accommodation is the cornerstone of prevention. The new Qdenga vaccine is now available in the UK and is recommended for travellers with a confirmed prior dengue infection. The pharmacist can discuss eligibility.

Malaria and other considerations

Malaria is present in some rural areas of Palawan and Mindanao below 600m, particularly outside main resort areas. The pharmacist will check your itinerary and prescribe antimalarials if needed. We also check that your Tetanus, Diphtheria, Polio and MMR are up to date.

Book your appointment

Aqua Travel Clinic is at 59 Mill Lane, West Hampstead NW6 1NB, one minute from West Hampstead station. The clinic is operated by Aqua Pharmacy (GPhC premises 1123406), part of Naspram Pharma Limited. All consultations are supervised by Superintendent Pharmacist Sanjay Mukundkumar Patel (GPhC 2045157). Book your Philippines travel vaccines online. Most travellers are sorted in a single 15-minute appointment.