The disease is caused by the yellow fever virus, which belongs to the flavivirus group. In Africa there are two distinct genetic types (called topotypes) associated with East and West Africa.
Are you planning a trip to a malaria-endemic area? Our travel medicine clinic offers a convenient and reliable online service for purchasing malaria prophylaxis medication.
The Travel Doctor Corporate has been able to obtain SHINGRIX®, a vaccine that is safe for the prevention of shingles. Zostavax - No longer available in South Africa
Mpox vaccine is now available at some of our clinics, associates and some government clinics.
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By Travel Doctor | Jan 20, 2026
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By Travel Doctor | Apr 30, 2024
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By Travel Doctor | May 15, 2023
Yellow Fever Vaccine Fractional Dosing for Travellers – A South African Experience S.C Heymans , L. Crause , J. Damons , A.F de Frey Travel Doctor Corporate, Johannesburg, South Africa, Travel Doctor, Johannesburg, South Africa University of the Witwatersrand,...