Cholera Oral Vaccination
£55.00About the vaccine
- When to get vaccinated: You need to finish the course at least one week before travel. This means, that you need to get your first dose at least two weeks before travel. Please note: Timelines for paediatric vaccines differ.
- Course: The course for adults consists of two doses given seven days apart.
- How it is given: The cholera vaccine is given as a drink.
- Side effects: You may experience temporary side effects such as fever, digestive problems or headache.
- Children: The vaccine is suitable for children over the age of two.
- Additional precautions: In addition to getting vaccinated you need to practise food, hand and water hygiene while in a risk area.
- Risk if you contract cholera: Cholera can cause digestive problems such as severe diarrhoea and vomiting. It increases your risk of dehydration, which can be fatal.
- Before the appointment: Avoid eating, drinking, and if possible taking medication for one hour before your appointment.
Diphtheria, Tetanus and Polio Vaccination
£30.00About the vaccine
- When to get vaccinated: You should get your polio, diphtheria and tetanus booster two weeks before travel.
- Course: If you have had the vaccine before, you will need one dose as a booster. If it’s your first jab, you may need several doses.
- Boosters: How long does the Polio, Tetanus, and Diphtheria vaccine last? The vaccine protects you for 10 years. You will need a booster to remain protected after 10 years.
- How it is given: The vaccine is given as an injection in the upper arm.
- Side effects: You may experience mild side effects such as soreness at the injection site or feeling unwell.
- Children: We offer the vaccine for children from the age of 10.
- Additional precautions: Polio, tetanus and diphtheria are serious illnesses which can cause a range of complications. They can be fatal.
Hepatitis A and B Child Vaccination
£50.00
Hepatitis A and B Vaccination (Adult)
£65.00About the vaccine
- When to get vaccinated: At least five weeks before travelling.
- Course: The vaccine schedule you need depends on your age and when you are travelling.
You may require 3 or 4 doses to be fully protected against both diseases. The nurse or pharmacist will assess which schedule is suitable for you. - Accelerated course: In some cases, an accelerated course maybe suitable. The accelerated course consists of three doses prior to travel and a fourth dose 12 months later to fully complete the course. The second dose is given one week after the first dose and the third dose is given two weeks after the second dose.
- Boosters: You Once you have completed the full course you will be protected against hep A for 25 years and against hep B for 5 years.
If you remain at risk of either disease after your protection runs out you may need a booster. - How it is given: An injection in the upper arm.
- Side effects: Very common side effects include pain or redness at the injection site. Common side effects include fever, headache and digestive problems.
- Children: The vaccine can be given to children over the age of 12 months.
- Additional precautions: You need to practise food safety as well as water and hand hygiene while in an area where hepatitis A is endemic. If travelling to a country where medical resources are limited, carry sterile needles with you and avoid getting piercings or tattoos. Use a condom every time you have sex to avoid catching hepatitis B during sex.
Hepatitis A and Typhoid Adult Vaccination
£75.00
Hepatitis A Child Vaccination
£45.00
Hepatitis A Vaccination
£45.00About the vaccine
- When to get vaccinated: You should get vaccinated at least two weeks before travelling.
- Course: The course consists of one dose.
- Boosters: The vaccine protects you for one year. If you have another booster after 6 -12 months, you won’t need any further boosters for 25 years thereafter.
- How it is given: An injection in the upper arm.
- Side effects: Side effects can include a high temperature, feeling tired and soreness at the injection site.
- Children: The vaccine is suitable for children over the age of one.
- Additional precautions: You need to practise food safety as well as water and hand hygiene while in an area where hepatitis A is endemic.
- Risk if you contract hepatitis A: Hepatitis A can cause mild to severe symptoms, including fever and digestive issues. It can cause complications such as liver failure.
Hepatitis B Child Vaccination
£35.00
Hepatitis B Vaccination
£45.00About the vaccine
- When to get vaccinated: In order to complete the full course in time, you need to get the first dose at least one month before travel.
- Course: The course consists of three doses. The second injection is given four weeks after the first and the third injection
- Accelerated course: If travelling at short notice, you may be able to get an accelerated course. You will receive the second injection after seven days, followed by the third injection at least 14 days after the second.
- Boosters: Once you have completed the course, you usually won’t need another booster for five years. Boosters are sometimes recommended after exposure to the disease.
- How it is given: Injection in the upper arm.
- Side effects: Possible side effects include soreness at the injection site and tiredness.
- Children: The hepatitis B vaccine can be given from birth.
- Additional precautions: If travelling to a country where medical resources are limited, carry sterile needles with you. Use a condom every time you have sex to avoid catching hepatitis B during sex.
- Risk if you contract hepatitis B: I Hepatitis B can cause a range of flu like symptoms as well as jaundice. It can become chronic and lead to liver damage and failure.
Japanese Encephalitis Vaccination
£85.00
Meningitis ACWY Vaccination
£40.00About the vaccine
- When to get vaccinated: If you are getting vaccinated prior to going to a risk area you should aim to get the jab at least two weeks before.
- Course: The course consists of one dose.
- Boosters: Boosters aren’t currently recommended. However, you can get a booster five years after your last jab if you need it for a meningitis ACWY certificate.
- How it is given: Injection in the upper arm.
- Side effects: The ACWY vaccine can cause mild side effects, such as redness and swelling at the injection site and tiredness. Some people also report having a high temperature as a result of the injection.
- Children: The vaccine can be given from birth.
- Additional precautions: Early treatment is vital – if you or a fellow traveller show symptoms of meningitis, seek medical attention immediately. The ACWY vaccine does not protect against meningitis B.
- Risk if you contract the disease: Meningitis can cause an inflammation of the tissue around the spinal cord and brain. This can result in brain damage and death.
Meningitis B Vaccination
£125.00
Rabies Vaccination
£70.00
Typhoid Vaccination
£30.00About the vaccine
- When to get vaccinated: At least two weeks before travel. It can also be given closer to you travel date but this leaves you at a greater risk of contracting the disease.
- How it is given: There are two different typhoid vaccines. One is an injection, the other consists of a course of tablets. Which vaccine is suitable for you depends on your age and medical history.
- Course: One dose if you receive the typhoid injection. The oral vaccine consists of three capsules taken over a course of five days.
- Boosters: The typhoid vaccine protects you for three years. After that, you will need a booster if you travel to a risk area.
- Side effects: Side effects of the vaccine can include fever, soreness at the injection site and digestive problems.
- Children: The vaccine is suitable for children over the age of two.
- Additional precautions: In addition to getting vaccinated, you need to practise food safety.
- Risk if you contract typhoid: Typhoid causes similar symptoms as food poisoning. If it is not immediately diagnosed and treated it can lead to permanent disabilities or death.
- Before the appointment: Don’t eat for one hour before your appointment if you are to use the vaccine which consists of tablets.