Dengue Fever is a mosquito-borne viral illness common in many tropical and subtropical countries, especially during rainy seasons. If you’re travelling to parts of Asia, South America, Africa, or the Caribbean, understanding how to prevent Dengue is essential.
At Northfields Travel Clinic in Ealing, we help travellers minimise their risk with the right mix of prevention, advice, and — where suitable — vaccine protection.
Dengue is transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, which bite during the daytime.
Symptoms include:
There is no specific treatment — so prevention is key.
Yes. A Dengue vaccine (Qdenga®) has been approved in the UK for travellers aged 4–60 years with a history of past infection or long-term stays. It’s not suitable for all travellers but may be offered in specific situations.
How to Protect Yourself:
We’ll help assess your destination and personal risk to recommend the right approach — whether that’s the vaccine, lifestyle measures, or both.
Located near Northfields Station, our clinic provides fast, friendly, expert care for all your travel needs.