Due to this there is a shortage of the vaccine Repevax for diphtheria, tetanus, polio and pertussis.
The Travel Clinic has been giving this vaccine for a couple of years to those travellers going to high risk areas, such as Australia.
Most adults were vaccinated against pertussis as children, but evidence is showing they are no longer protected, which is why increasing numbers of us are vulnerable.
After the recent outbreak in Cambridge, the demand became high.
The Travel Clinic says: "We have limited stock of diphtheria, tetanus, polio and pertussis (Repevax), as we are giving it to expectant fathers and grandparents, and expect more stock in December. There is a shortage throughout the UK as vaccine stocks have been diverted to pregnant women.
"Meanwhile we have a small number of Boostrix vaccines, which do not contain polio, just pertussis, tetanus and diphtheria, so is not ideal for travellers, but good for those not leaving the UK.
"Do contact us for more information or book an appointment on 01223 367 362 or www.travelclinic.ltd.uk for our Cambridge or Ipswich clinics."
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