Here at Medicine Clinic Pharmacies, we can help you prepare for your holiday or upcoming adventure with peace of mind with our Travel Clinic. We offer a full range of Travel Vaccinations, Antimalarials and Travel Advice to protect you and your family.
Every year, the NHS estimates that almost one in four British holidaymakers will travel without getting vaccinated properly, meaning that they’re potentially exposed to life-threatening infectious diseases. Travelling without immunisation will also put others at risk, too, as you could bring an infection back to the UK with you.
You may be more at risk of some diseases, for example, if you're, travelling in rural areas, backpacking, staying in hostels or camping or going on a long trip rather than a package holiday. If you have a pre-existing health problem, this may make you more at risk of infection or complications from a travel-related illness.
Six to eight weeks before you travel you will need to have your travel health appointment to assess what vaccinations you need.
During the travel health appointment our specially-trained pharmacist will advise on any vaccinations and antimalarials you need for your travelling.
You'll also be given additional personalised advice to help you stay healthy on your trip.
You can find out which vaccinations are necessary or recommended for the areas you'll be visiting on these websites:
Some travel vaccines are free on the NHS via your GP surgery. For more information please contact your GP surgery.