Travel Vaccinations and advice

If you're planning to travel outside the UK, you may need to be vaccinated against some of the serious diseases found in other parts of the world.

Our practice nurses are available by appointment to offer medical advice regarding travel and vaccinations where appropriate. 

Please note we no longer administer MenACWY, Private Hep B and Yellow Fever. Please click here for Yellow fever vaccinations.

Travel Risk Assessment

We offer a full travel and advice immunisation service. 

Find our more about Travel Vaccinations on nhs.uk.

Some travel vaccines are ordered on a private prescription and these incur a charge. This is because not all travel vaccinations are included in the services provided by the NHS.

You can find out which vaccinations are necessary or recommended for the areas you'll be visiting on these websites:

• Travel Health Pro
• NHS fit for Travel

Some countries require proof of vaccination (for example, for polio or yellow fever vaccination), which must be documented on an International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP) before you enter or when you leave a country.

Find out more about the vaccines available for travellers abroad.

Anti-Malarial medication is not a replacement for adequate Mosquito Bite Avoidance. 

It is usually recommended you take anti-malarial medication when travelling to areas where there is a risk of of Malaria. The tablets can reduce your risk by about 90%.

The type of medication required is dependent on exactly where you are going (check http://www.wales.nhs.uk/healthtopics/travelhealth), relevant family & your medical history, allergies, medication you are currently taking, previous experiences with anti-malarials, age and whether your pregnant.

You will be able to obtain an adequate amount of required medication over-the-counter from your community pharmacy. Unfortunately certain drugs may require a private prescription from your GP.

All anti-malarial medication is chargeable (and not on NHS). For further information on types of anti-malarial medication please check this website.

Remember to get adequate Travel Insurance.

It is 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 intending to visit. Remember to also pack your regular prescription medicines (and ensure you order adequate supply in good time).

You may also wish to consider the following:

• Paracetamol
• Travel sickness tablets
• Plasters and a small crepe bandage.
• Rehydration solutions (such as Dioralyte) and anti-diarrhoeal (such as Imodium)
• High-factor Sunscreen
• Anti-malarial tablets (if indicated)
• Insect Repellent,
• Water purification tablets.
• Sun-hats for yourself and children
• Condoms / other contraceptives.