Travel Vaccine Service
Travel Clinic
If you require any vaccinations relating to foreign travel you need to make an appointment with the practice nurse to discuss your travel arrangements. This will include which countries and areas within countries that you are visiting to determine what vaccinations are required.
There is further information about countries and vaccinations required on the link below:
www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations#europe-russia
It is important to make this appointment as early as possible - at least 6 weeks before you travel.
Some travel vaccines are ordered on a private prescription and these incur a charge over and above the normal prescription charge. This is because not all travel vaccinations are included in the services provided by the NHS.
Please note we are no longer a registered Yellow Fever Centre
Please note: all Travel Vaccinations are to be paid for on arrival at our reception desk. We only provide this service from our main site on Little London Road
Travelling in Europe
If you are travelling to Europe the EU has published useful information for travellers on the European website below.
europa.eu/european-union/life/travel-tourism_en
Prepare for your Holiday
It is always a wise precaution to pack some essential items in case of illness on holiday. Do choose medicines according to your needs and the country you are visiting. If you take prescription medicines regularly, remember to pack them too.
Holiday Kit
- Paracetamol
- Travel sickness tablets
- Plasters
- Rehydration solutions
- Anti-diarrhoeal, e.g. Imodium
- High factor sunscreen, calamine lotion
Immunisation
- Always check whether you need any immunisations or malarial tablets before you travel
- If possible, seek advice 2 months before travelling.
Other Essentials To Pack
- Anti-malarial
- Water purification tablets
- Insect repellent
- Condoms / other contraceptives
Medical Insurance
- Arrange medical insurance
- If you are travelling in Europe don't forget to apply for either a UK EHIC or UK EHIC card.
This will entitle you to free or reduced cost medical care within the EU. Remember to take the card with you on holiday.