Cholera is a bacterial infection that can cause severe, rapid dehydration and is found in parts of the world without access to safe water and sanitation. While the risk to most travellers is very small, those heading to remote or high-risk areas need to be properly prepared. At Anna Pharmacy Group, our pharmacists provide expert cholera travel health advice and vaccination as part of our travel clinic. We have branches in Carshalton, Sutton, and Hackbridge, and we welcome patients from Cheam, Purley, Wallington, South Croydon, Mitcham, Rosehill, St Heliers, and Morden.
Cholera vaccine and travel health service is available at all three Anna Pharmacy Group branches:
398 Green Wrythe Lane
Carshalton Sutton
SM5 1JF
United Kingdom
186 London Rd, Hackbridge
Wallington
SM6 7FW
United Kingdom
We also welcome patients travelling from the surrounding areas, including Sutton, Cheam, Purley, Wallington, South Croydon, Mitcham, Rosehill, St Heliers and Morden. Whichever branch is most convenient for you, our team is ready to help.
Cholera is caused by a bacterium that spreads primarily through contaminated water and food. It is not present in the UK and poses a very low risk to the average tourist, but it remains a concern in parts of Africa, Asia, and other regions where clean water infrastructure is limited or has been disrupted by natural disaster or conflict.
The infection is most commonly acquired by drinking unclean water, eating food rinsed or prepared with contaminated water, consuming shellfish or seafood from affected waters, or through contact with an infected person’s food preparation.
For country-specific cholera risk information before you travel, Travel Health Pro is the authoritative source travelhealthpro.org.uk/countries.
Our pharmacists are trained in travel health and can advise on your specific risk based on your destination and travel plans. Here is what to expect when you book your appointment:
Our pharmacist will review your destination, planned activities, and health history to assess your cholera risk and advise on whether vaccination is recommended for your trip.
The cholera vaccine is given as a drink and provides strong protection when both doses are completed. Two doses, given 1 to 6 weeks apart, can protect for up to 2 years. Both doses should be completed at least a week before departure. Our pharmacists will advise on whether the vaccine is suitable for you and help you access it.
Regardless of vaccination status, safe food and water practices are the most important protection against cholera. We will give you clear, practical guidance on what to drink, what to avoid, and how to handle food safely when travelling in at-risk regions.
Cholera advice is part of our full travel health service. We can also advise on other vaccinations and antimalarials relevant to your destination.
Careful hygiene and food safety habits are your most reliable everyday protection. Follow these guidelines throughout your trip: