Karibuni Kenya

Had my first jab today – typhoid.  I’ve had it before, but it needs to be redone every three years and mine was out of date by a year or so.  Vaccinations are always important, obviously, when travelling and its always worth consulting a nurse before you leave to check what you need.  

I would have missed out on Typhoid, hep B and rabies if I hadn’t of.  I’ve had them all before so assumed they were okay, until I was told the rabies only lasts a year and the typhoid three.  On the rabies front as well, I am getting the one which is in case you get bitten and can’t get medical treatment within 24 hours.  You have to pay for this, but I think it is worthwhile.  I also got a prescription for a cholera vaccination drink, since there have been a few outbreaks in Kenya recently.  

Finally I’ve checked I have my vaccination booklet updated and that my yellow fever vaccination certificate is in there – the yellow fever is essential and the booklet is very useful in the event you need to seek medical treatment.  

Now only Malaria is left, but I’ll talk about that in another post

Hopefully I’ll stay healthy!