Polio is a virus that can cause permanent paralysis. It's been eliminated in most of the world but remains in a few countries, so boosters are advised for travel. It's given as the combined Td/IPV (Revaxis) booster.
If your 10-year booster is due, especially for travel to the few countries where polio still circulates or where a booster is required to leave.
Given as a single combined Td/IPV (Revaxis) injection with tetanus and diphtheria.
A booster roughly every 10 years.
One combined injection — see our Tetanus, Diphtheria & Polio page.
Around 10 years.
Usually mild — a sore arm or mild fever.
Postpone if unwell with a fever, and tell us about any severe allergy.
Polio can cause irreversible paralysis. The combined booster keeps you protected for travel.
Everything you need to know about the polio vaccination.
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