Have I left it too late to get travel vaccines?

Many people worry that it they have left it too late to have a travel vaccine. Ideally it is best to be vaccinated as early as possible, but this is not always possible due to work and/or family commitments. Even if you have a vaccine on the day of travel it is better than not having a vaccine at all. This is because you produce antibodies from the day that you are vaccinated.

Does it matter if have left it too late to complete the full course of vaccines before I travel?

To get the full benefit from your vaccination(s) the course needs to be completed before you travel. However, certain vaccines, including Rabies and Hepatitis B, can be given on a faster or accelerated schedule. Please ask your pharmacist for further advice. It is better to have some vaccinations than nothing at all.

How long does it take to get the full benefit of a travel vaccine?

Depending on the travel vaccine concerned it can take anything from two to six weeks to get the full benefits. So it is beneficial to book your travel vaccine appointment as early as possible. You can book an appointment online.

Can I get a travel vaccine today?

Yes, we have appointments available for the today. Please book an appointment.

Which vaccines do I need?

Your pharmacist will give you information to help you decide which travel vaccines you need. You can also find country information on the Travel Health Pro website.

What about malaria tablets can I get these today?

Yes, we have appointments available for the today. Please book an appointment. Depending on the medicine that you will be taking to prevent malaria, ideally you should start taking them between one and ten days before travel. However, it is better to start taking medicine to prevent malaria late than not at all.

For the latest travel information go to the Travel Health Pro website.