Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne viral infection found across much of the tropical and subtropical world. For most people it is an unpleasant but manageable illness, though in some cases it can become serious. If you are travelling to a destination where dengue is common, getting the right advice before you go is one of the most sensible things you can do. At Anna Pharmacy Group, our pharmacists provide expert dengue 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.
Our dengue fever 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.
Dengue fever is caused by a virus transmitted through the bite of infected Aedes mosquitoes, which are active during the day rather than at night. It is not found in the UK and cannot be passed directly from person to person. However, it is widespread in tropical regions, including large parts of Africa, Asia, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and the Pacific islands.
It is also worth noting that dengue has been identified at certain times of year in parts of southern Europe, including Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, Croatia, and Madeira, so it is not exclusively a concern for long-haul travel. For destination-specific dengue risk information, Travel Health Pro provides up-to-date guidance.
Not everyone who contracts dengue will develop noticeable symptoms. When they do appear, it is typically four to ten days after the mosquito bite. Common symptoms include:
In some cases, dengue can become severe a few days after symptoms begin, even as the fever starts to improve. Warning signs include severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, breathing difficulties, bleeding, extreme fatigue, or blood in vomit or stools. Seek urgent medical attention immediately if these symptoms develop.
Our pharmacists are trained in travel health and can provide personalised dengue advice based on your destination and travel plans. Here is what to expect when you book your appointment:
Our pharmacist will review your destination, itinerary, and health history to assess your dengue risk and advise on the most appropriate preventive measures for your trip.
A dengue vaccine is available privately and is recommended for travellers who have previously had dengue or may have been exposed to it in the past and who are travelling to high-risk areas. Our pharmacists will assess your suitability and advise on whether the vaccine is right for you.
Because the mosquitoes that spread dengue are active during daylight hours, standard bite avoidance advice differs slightly from malaria prevention. We will give you specific guidance on repellents, clothing, and other practical measures suited to dengue risk.
Dengue advice sits within our broader travel health service. We can cover all your health needs for a trip in a single appointment, saving you time and making sure nothing is missed.
