Vaccination clinic

Chickenpox is a very common illness caused by the varicella-zoster virus. The chickenpox vaccine offers effective protection for patients who have not had chickenpox before.

You need two doses to be protected and the second dose should be given at least four but no later than eight weeks after you have received your initial dose. Once you have completed the course, you won’t need further boosters.

Cholera is an infection that is transmitted primarily through food and water and can cause severe watery diarrhoea.

The disease is found all around the world, although it is most prevalent in nations with inadequate sanitation, such as parts of Africa, India, and Southeast Asia. Those with underlying health issues such as immunosuppression, liver disease, or malnutrition are more prone to developing severe sickness.

Diphtheria is caused by Corynebacterium bacteria, which produce a toxin (poison). It is the poison that can cause illness in humans. Tetanus is a dangerous disease caused by soil-based bacteria that enters the body through a cut or wound. The poliovirus can infect the spinal cord, resulting in paralysis, and in severe cases, it can be life-threatening.

The vaccine for Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Polio is a combination vaccine. Immunity does diminish with time. Consequently, booster doses of the vaccines may be required with time.

Hepatitis A, also known as Hep A, is a liver infection caused by a virus that spreads through an infected person’s faeces.

In areas with poor sanitation and personal hygiene, faeces from an infected individual can sometimes contaminate food and drink. This can spread the virus.

Hepatitis B, also known as Hep B, is a viral illness of the liver that is spread through blood and body fluids.

If you are travelling to a high risk areas or you work in a high risk occupation then getting the Hepatitis vaccination is usually recommended. Book a consultation with a travel health Pharmacist 6 to 8 weeks prior to travelling.

Japanese encephalitis is a viral infection of the brain that is transmitted by mosquito bites. It is most prevalent in rural Southeast Asia, the Pacific islands, and the Far East, but is rare among travellers. Japanese encephalitis presently has no cure. Treatment entails assisting the body’s functioning as it attempts to fight off the illness.

If you are travelling to a high risk area, consider getting the vaccine. Book a consultation 6 to 8 weeks before travel to ensure that you have enough time to get the necessary vaccination doses.

Measles, mumps, and rubella are highly infectious conditions that can have serious or potentially fatal outcomes, such as deafness, meningitis or swelling of the brain (encephalitis). Outbreaks don’t happen very often in the UK but it is still important to keep your vaccine status up to date.

Meningococcal meningitis is an acute bacterial illness that can spread throughout the body. Meningitis has thirteen separate serogroups, with types B and C being the most prevalent in the UK.

Pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia for Hajj and Umrah must have a valid certificate of inoculation against the meningitis ACWY to obtain a visa. You will be provided with a certificate of vaccination administration.

Meningococcal meningitis is an acute bacterial illness that can spread throughout the body. Meningitis has thirteen separate serogroups, with types B and C being the most prevalent in the UK.

If you have not had the MenB vaccine and want to get the vaccine privately, book an appointment with our clinic. The vaccination against Meningitis B available in the United Kingdom is called Bexsero.

Rabies is a severe viral infection that affects the brain and the nervous system. Typically, the virus is transmitted by the saliva of infected animals following a bite or scratch.

If you are travelling to a high-risk area, consider getting the vaccine. Book a consultation 6 to 8 weeks before travel to ensure that you have enough time to get the necessary vaccination doses.

Reactivation of the chickenpox virus (varicella-zoster virus) in adulthood causes a painful skin rash known as Shingles (herpes zoster).

Currently, there are vaccinations available to help prevent shingles. The NHS offers these vaccinations to those aged 70 to 79, you can ask your GP for details. Those who are not eligible for the NHS singles vaccination service could get the vaccine privately at our clinic.

Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is an ailment that is transmitted mostly by tick bites. It can induce flu-like symptoms or more severe conditions like meningitis or brain inflammation.

The vaccination against TBE available in the United Kingdom is called TicoVac. For children, there is a vaccine called TicoVac junior. The immunisation regimen consists of three vaccine shots.

Typhoid fever is a bacterial infection that can damage multiple organs and spread throughout the body. It is a serious infection that is primarily transmitted by consuming food or water contaminated with the faeces or urine of an infected person.

Some individuals may be advised to receive a typhoid vaccination, especially if they are travelling to a place where typhoid fever is prevalent or if they are unable to take enough precautions with hygiene, food, or water.

Yellow fever is a serious infection spread by mosquitoes. It's found in certain areas of Africa and South and Central America.

The yellow fever vaccine is recommended for people from 9 months of age who are travelling to an area where yellow fever is found or a country that requires you to have a certificate proving you have been vaccinated against yellow fever. You should be vaccinated at least 10 days before you travel to allow enough time for the vaccine to work.