If you’re planning international travel, it’s important to ensure you’re properly vaccinated against diseases found in the countries you’ll be visiting. Fording Bridge surgery provides NHS travel vaccinations and health consultations.
NHS travel vaccinations offered:
- Typhoid
- Hepatitis A
- Cholera
- Tetanus
- Polio
- Diphtheria
- MMR (if needed)
Other travel vaccines
For travel vaccines not covered under the NHS contract like Hepatitis B, Rabies, Yellow Fever, Japanese Encephalitis, Tick-Borne Encephalitis, and malaria medication, patients will be advised to obtain these from other providers.
How to get travel health services
Complete and submit the travel assessment form at least 8 weeks before your travel date. One form per traveller. You’ll be added to the wait list for a Tuesday morning travel clinic appointment. A nurse will review your form, assess your needs, and book your appointment or recommend other providers if insufficient time before travel.
Tips for healthy travel:
- Check travel advisories for your destination(s)
- Plan for routine and required travel vaccinations well in advance
- Pack sufficient supplies of prescription medications
- Consider travel insurance that covers medical emergencies
- Review food/ water safety and insect protection guidance
Additional travel clinic options:
Southampton Travel Clinic: 023 8063 1922
Wimborne Travel Clinic: 01202 881693
Prioritise your health by getting destination-specific travel advice and vaccinations at least 6-8 weeks prior to any international trips. Don’t hesitate to use the available travel health resources.
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