A dengue vaccine is now available for travellers. Here’s what you need to know

By Cameron Webb, Clinical Associate Professor, School of Medical Science & Sydney Infectious Diseases Institute; Principal Hospital Scientist, University of Sydney
Katie Anders, Associate Professor, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University
Sarah McGuinness, Senior Research Fellow, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University

Some of the most popular travel destinations for Australians are also places where dengue is common.

Prevention has traditionally relied on avoiding mosquito bites. But with the dengue vaccine Qdenga now available in Australia, travellers have another way to protect themselves.

Deciding whether to get vaccinated isn’t always straightforward. Here’s what you need to know.

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