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Chikungunya Vaccine

in Oxford.
Single-dose protection against chikungunya virus – a mosquito-borne illness causing high fever and debilitating joint pain that can persist for months. Recommended for adults travelling to outbreak areas in the Caribbean, Latin America, sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia.
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Price per dose

£185

Single-dose course · £185 total
SINGLE-DOSE LIVE VACCINE · AGES 18-59
DoseScheduleCover
Dose 1Single doseBooster need not yet known
TimingAt least 30 days before travelBook early
Age18 to 59Health check first
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Avoid mosquito bites during the day – chikungunya vectors bite in daylight hours.
For adults aged 18 to 59 – the pharmacist checks your health first.
Clinical brief · Chikungunya virus

What every traveller should know.

Three things every traveller should understand before boarding.
Chikungunya Virus Treatment
Chikungunya - mosquito-borne, tropical & sub-tropical regions. Indicative map - risk varies by region and season; we check current country advice at your appointment.

Transmission

Chikungunya is an alphavirus spread by Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes that bite during daytime hours. Repellent, long sleeves and accommodation with screens reduce exposure.

Geography

Outbreaks across the Caribbean, Central and South America, sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia and Indian Ocean islands. Major recent outbreaks have included Réunion, Brazil and Paraguay. Risk is highest in rainy season.

Immunity

It is a single dose, given at least 30 days before you travel. How long protection lasts is still being studied, and the need for a booster has not been established.

Symptoms to watch for

Symptoms of chikungunya.

Onset 4–8 days after a bite. The name means “to walk bent over” in the Kimakonde language – describing the disabling joint pain.

Sudden high fever

Often 39°C or higher.

Severe joint pain

Symmetrical, often disabling.

Headache

With muscle aches.

Rash

~50% of cases - maculopapular.

Nausea

With vomiting in some cases.

Persistent fatigue

Can last weeks to months.

Chronic arthritis

In ~30–40% - months to years.

Eligibility checklist

You should book Chikungunya vaccine if…

  • You are travelling to the Caribbean, Latin America during outbreak periods.
  • You are travelling to sub-Saharan Africa or Indian Ocean islands.
  • You are travelling to South or Southeast Asia with active outbreaks.
  • You will spend extended time outdoors in mosquito-active areas.
  • You are aged 18 to 59.
This is a live vaccine. It is not given to anyone under 18 or aged 60 and over, during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or to anyone with high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, chronic kidney disease, a weakened immune system (including from treatment), a thymus condition or a severe allergy to a vaccine ingredient. If any of these apply, our pharmacist can talk you through other ways to protect yourself.
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Chikungunya FAQ

Common questions, answered.

At least 30 days before you travel – the live vaccine must not be given any later than that, so book early.
The need for a booster has not been established yet. We follow UK guidance as it is updated.
The vaccine itself, pharmacist consultation, and travel risk briefing for your destination.
The vaccine is ordered in for you at any of our four Oxford branches – please book ahead so we can prepare.
Anyone under 18 or aged 60 and over, anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding, and anyone with high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, chronic kidney disease, a weakened immune system (including from treatment), a thymus condition or a severe allergy to a vaccine ingredient. If that includes you, our pharmacist can talk you through other ways to protect yourself, such as avoiding mosquito bites.
Arm soreness, mild fever and headache for 24–48 hours. Some report joint pain post-vaccination – usually mild and short-lived.
Four Oxford branches · book any

Find your nearest branch.

MediPill Botley

📍 9 Westway Square, OX2 9TJ
🕒 Mon–Fri 8:30–5:30 · Sat 9–2
📞 01865 247 023
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Headington Pharmacy

📍 207 London Road, OX3 9JA
🕒 Mon–Fri 8:30–6 · Closed weekends
📞 01865 765 559
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MediPill Summertown

📍 227 Banbury Road, OX2 7HQ
🕒 Mon–Fri 9–6 · Sat 9–12
📞 01865 558 348
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MediPill Deddington

📍 The Studio, Hudson St, OX15 0SW
🕒 Mon–Fri 9–5:30 · Sat 9–12
📞 01869 337 583
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Ready for your Chikungunya vaccine?

Book online at any of our four Oxford branches – booking ahead lets us order your vaccine in.
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