Where can I get a cholera vaccination in Ljubljana?
I'm living in Ljubljana and I'm going in few weeks to Dominican Republic (in a region near the border with Haiti) and I need to get a cholera vaccination. In case that is not possible no get this vaccine in Ljubljana, where could I go?
Best Answer
The answer is nowhere. The National Institute of Health (Slovenia's main organization for vaccinations) doesn't consider the existing cholera vaccinations to be effective enough. Rough translation:
Vaccination against cholera is poorly effective, and therefore is not recommended.
I've received the same reply when contacting them by email:
Sorry, vaccination against cholera is not possible in any of the Travel Clinic of National Institute of Public Heath in Slovenia, because the vaccine against cholera is not available.
Best regards, Ondina Jordan Marko?i?, MD, spec.
National Institute of Public Health, Regional Unit Ljubljana
The World Health Organization has a similar recommendation:
Measures for the prevention of cholera mostly consist of providing clean water and proper sanitation to populations who do not yet have access to basic services. Health education and good food hygiene are equally important. Communities should be reminded of basic hygienic behaviours, including the necessity of systematic hand-washing with soap after defecation and before handling food or eating, as well as safe preparation and conservation of food.
Avoid potentially contaminated sources of water, always wash your hands before eating, observe basic hygiene standards, and you should be protected from cholera without any vaccinations.
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How much does the cholera vaccine cost?
Cholera vaccinations among 1\u201314 year olds every three years would be the most cost-effective, reducing incidence by 45% and costing US$823 for single dose vials per DALY averted as compared to more than 90% reduction in incidence for older persons, but less cost-effective at US$894\u2013US$1,234 per DALY [24].Do you have to pay for cholera vaccine?
If you need the cholera vaccine, you may be able to get it for free on the NHS.Can I get vaccinated in Slovenia?
Per Slovenian government announcement, vaccines are available to all residents of Slovenia (but not visitors), regardless of insurance status. Those with Slovenian national insurance can register through the ZVem portal; other residents of Slovenia can register through their local doctor.Who can get the cholera vaccine?
Who needs to get the cholera vaccine? Most people don't need to get the cholera vaccine. But doctors may recommend it for people ages 18 through 64 years who are traveling to an area where people are getting cholera.Coronavirus: Solidarity initiative in Ljubljana, Slovenia
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