Information and risk assessment for patients travelling abroad

If you have planned or are planning a trip abroad it is advisable to make an appointment in the Travel Clinic, so the nurse can discuss any risks associated with your travel and advise you of any vaccines or Malaria prophylaxis you may require.

Ideally vaccines should be administered at least 6 weeks prior to travel; this will ensure your vaccine has had time to become effective and for you to recover from any reactions or side effects that may occur. This will also ensure you have all that is needed in the way of medications, lotions, insurance, malaria tablets etc.

Please read and if required print off the information sheets regarding the risks associated with travel and your health.

You are requested to complete a travel health record sheet. Once completed please print off and hand this to reception so the nurse can identify what vaccines may be needed. It would be helpful to write down all countries you are planning to visit for those going on a cruise or backpacking and how long you will be staying in each country. This will help us to provide the best possible care.

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