Commonly recommended vaccines
These are general recommendations. Your pharmacist will advise based on your specific itinerary and medical history.
For full guidance including malaria risk areas and health alerts, visit TravelHealthPro.
Health risks in Cambodia
Cambodia's ancient Khmer temples, vibrant capital Phnom Penh and rural river landscapes attract growing numbers of UK travellers each year. Hepatitis A, typhoid, rabies and malaria prevention are the key health considerations for most visitors, alongside dengue fever risk throughout the country. Medical facilities outside Phnom Penh are limited, making pre-travel vaccination and malaria planning essential rather than optional. Medway Pharmacy Travel Clinic in Gillingham, Kent provides same-day travel vaccinations and malaria prescriptions seven days a week until 10pm — no GP referral needed.
- Food and water-borne illness: hepatitis A and typhoid are prevalent; food hygiene standards vary significantly outside tourist centres.
- Mosquito-borne diseases: dengue fever is endemic throughout Cambodia including Phnom Penh and Siem Reap; chikungunya is also a risk — daily bite protection is essential.
- Malaria: low risk across most of Cambodia; very low risk around Angkor Wat and Lake Tonle Sap; no risk in Phnom Penh city.
- Rabies: present in animals across Cambodia — avoid contact with dogs and other animals and seek immediate medical care after any bite or scratch.
- Japanese encephalitis: risk present particularly in rural areas and near rice paddies — vaccination considered for longer stays or rural itineraries.
Do I need malaria tablets for Cambodia?
There is a low risk of malaria across most of Cambodia. Risk is very low around the Angkor Wat temple complex, Lake Tonle Sap and Siem Reap. Phnom Penh city carries no risk. Mefloquine resistance is widespread in the western provinces bordering Thailand.
Malaria risk varies significantly by region within Cambodia. A pharmacist assessment is essential before travel.
Typically recommended: Atovaquone/proguanil (Malarone) or doxycycline are the preferred options for Cambodia. Mefloquine should be avoided in western provinces due to resistance.
Our pharmacists at Medway Pharmacy, 465 Canterbury Street, Gillingham, Kent ME7 5LJ provide personalised travel health advice for Cambodia and all destinations. We serve Gillingham, Chatham, Rochester, Strood, Rainham, and the wider Kent area. Open 7 days a week, 7:30am–10pm — same-day appointments available, no GP referral needed.
Frequently asked questions about travel to Cambodia
Where can I get Cambodia travel vaccinations in Kent?
Medway Pharmacy Travel Clinic at 465 Canterbury Street, Gillingham, Kent ME7 5LJ provides Cambodia travel vaccinations and malaria prescriptions with same-day appointments seven days a week until 10pm. No GP referral needed. We serve patients from across Medway — Gillingham, Chatham, Rochester, Strood — and the wider Kent region.
How much do travel vaccinations for Cambodia cost?
Cambodia travel vaccinations start from £55 per vaccine at Medway Pharmacy in Gillingham, open until 10pm every day. Hepatitis A and typhoid are each £55, malaria tablets are available from £2.50 per tablet, and rabies pre-exposure vaccination is £85 per dose. Same-day appointments available — no GP referral required.
Do I need malaria tablets for Cambodia and can I get them same day?
Malaria tablets are recommended for travel to most areas of Cambodia outside Phnom Penh. The popular Angkor Wat area carries a very low risk, but antimalarials should still be discussed at a travel health consultation. At Medway Pharmacy in Gillingham you can get a same-day malaria assessment and walk out with a prescription — open seven days a week until 10pm.
How quickly can I get vaccinated for Cambodia?
Medway Pharmacy Travel Clinic offers same-day appointments with no GP referral and no waiting list. Open 7:30am to 10pm, seven days a week — nearly 100 hours per week — making it the most accessible travel clinic in Kent. Whether you are travelling next week or next month, call or book online today.
Do I need a rabies vaccine for Cambodia?
Rabies pre-exposure vaccination is recommended for longer-stay travellers, those visiting rural areas, cyclists, trekkers and anyone spending time near animals. Access to rabies immunoglobulin in Cambodia outside Phnom Penh is very limited, making pre-vaccination important. Book at Medway Pharmacy Gillingham — from £85 per dose.
Is dengue fever a risk in Cambodia, including Angkor Wat?
Yes, dengue fever is widespread across Cambodia including the Angkor Wat and Siem Reap region. The mosquitoes responsible bite primarily during daylight hours. As there is currently no routinely recommended vaccine for first-time travellers, protective clothing and a good DEET repellent are essential. Our team can advise on the best products at your travel consultation.
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