Chickenpox
- Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease caused by a virus called the varicella-zoster virus. Chickenpox is an airborne disease that spreads easily through the coughs and sneezes of an infected person. The virus is most infectious 1-2 days before the rash occurs and for around 5 days after (or until the rash crusts over). 90% of household contacts of someone infected with Chickenpox will catch the infection if they have never had it before.
- There is no treatment and the majority of children will recover without any complications. If you are vulnerable to a severe infection or have never had Chickenpox, then the vaccination should be considered. It is a live-activated vaccine, so care must be taken if exposed to immuno-compromised individuals. Two doses of the vaccine provide different levels of protection in children (98%) and in adults (75%).
- Two doses with an interval of four to eight weeks between them.
- £80 per dose.
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Cholera Vaccine
- Cholera is an acute diarrhoeal disease usually associated with poverty, poor sanitation and poor access to clean drinking water. It is mainly transmitted through faecal contamination of food or water.
- An oral, inactivated cholera vaccine, Dukoral, is licensed in the UK for protection against infection caused by V. cholerae serogroup 01.
- Two doses with an interval of at least 1 week but less than 6 weeks between them
- £60 per dose.
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Diphtheria, Tetanus and Polio (DTP) Vaccine
- Diphtheria is a highly infectious bacterial infection that can affect the nose and throat and sometimes the skin. Tetanus is a life-threatening infection caused by bacteria that is found in the environment worldwide. Poliomyelitis (Polio) is a highly infectious viral disease, which mainly affects young children.
- Diphtheria, Tetanus and Polio are contained in a single combined vaccine. The vaccine is inactivated and contains dead bacteria or viruses only and is highly effective at preventing infections
- A single dose before travel, providing immediate protection to those who have had the vaccine before.
- £45 per dose.
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Hepatitis A Vaccine
- Hepatitis A is a highly infectious virus that can cause inflammation of the liver. The virus is usually transmitted through food or water contaminated by human faeces or by direct contact with an infectious person. Hepatitis A is rare in the UK with most cases occurring in travellers who have recently visited countries where the disease is common.
- Several effective inactivated hepatitis A vaccines are available for travellers intending to visit areas where hepatitis A is common. Some of these vaccines are combined with either hepatitis B or typhoid.
- Two doses with an interval of at least 6 -12 between doses.
- £60 per dose (Adult Course) & £80 per dose (Paediatric).
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Hepatitis B Vaccine
- Hepatitis B is a viral infection of the liver spread by direct contact with the blood or body fluids of an infected person. It occurs worldwide with the highest rates reported in parts of East Asia and Sub Saharan Africa. Higher rates of infection are also found in the Amazon, southern parts of Eastern and Central Europe, the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent. The rates of infection in Western Europe and North America are low.
- Several well-tolerated inactivated hepatitis B vaccines, including combined hepatitis A/B products, are available and vaccination is recommended for all travellers considered at risk.
- Two doses are required.
- £50 per dose (Adult Course) & £30 per dose (Paediatric)
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HPV Vaccine
- Genital Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) infection is the most common viral STI in the UK. There are over 100 strains of HPV and around 40 of them affect the genital regions where they can cause either genital warts (low-risk strains) or cancerous and precancerous changes (high-risk strains). Persisting high-risk HPV infection is associated with cervical cancer in 99% of cases. However, high-risk HPV infection has also been directly linked to cancers of the anus, mouth and throat, penis, vulva and vagina.
- There is no treatment for HPV infection itself. In the majority of individuals, the immune system will clear the virus, the best method of prevention is with vaccination.
- Three doses are required with the 2nd dose administered after two months and the 3rd dose administered six months after the 1st dose.
- £180 per dose.
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Japanese encephalitis
- Japanese encephalitis is a viral infection of the brain transmitted to humans by mosquitoes in parts of Asia and the Pacific Rim. Risk varies and increases for persons who intend to live or travel in risk areas for long periods of time and have rural trips. The risk of acquiring JE can be reduced by insect bite avoidance, particularly between the hours of dusk and dawn, when Culex mosquitoes are most active.
- A licensed vaccine is available and should be offered to those intending to stay for long periods in rural regions where JE occurs during the main transmission season or whose planned activities increase their risk.
- Two doses with an interval of at least 1 week between them.
- £120 per dose.
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Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)
- Measles is a highly infectious viral illness with the potential for serious and life-threatening complications. Travel remains an important factor in the international spread of measles.
Mumps is a contagious viral infection, causing swelling and inflammation of one or both of the parotid glands
Rubella, otherwise known as German measles is a rare illness spread through the air that causes a spotty rash to develop.
- The MMR vaccine offers immunity against all three of these diseases.
- Two doses, preferably at least four weeks between each dose.
- £45 per dose.
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Meningitis ACWY
- Meningococcal disease is a rare, but potentially devastating infection. It is caused by the bacteria Neisseria Meningitidis of which there are 6 disease-causing strains called serogroups (A, B, C, W, Y and X).
- Invasive disease is a rare but serious outcome usually presenting as septicaemia (blood poisoning) or meningitis (infection of the lining of the brain).Following several large outbreaks associated with the pilgrimage to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia all those travelling for the Hajj or Umrah are currently required to show proof of vaccination with a quadrivalent vaccine (protecting against the A, C, W and Y serogroups) in order to obtain a visa.
- A single dose can be given to individuals aged 1 year and above.
- £70 per dose.
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Meningitis B
- Meningitis B is caused by the bacteria, Neisseria meningitides Group B. There are several different types of this bacteria, but group B is responsible for 80% of cases of bacterial meningitis in the UK. Spread between individuals occurs through coughing, sneezing, kissing or during close contact with a carrier. Invasive disease is a rare but serious outcome usually presenting as septicaemia (blood poisoning) or meningitis (infection of the lining of the brain).
- Bexsero is indicated for active immunisation of individuals from 2 months of age and older against invasive meningococcal disease caused by Neisseria meningitides group B.
- Two doses with an interval of at least 1 month apart between them.
- £150 per dose.
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Rabies
- Rabies is a viral disease transmitted to humans usually by a bite or scratch from an infected animal (usually a dog). The virus attacks the central nervous system causing, progressive damage to the brain and spinal cord. Once symptoms are present, rabies is almost always fatal.
- A course of pre-exposure vaccines simplifies post-exposure treatment when this is required. For individuals who have not had pre-exposure rabies, four doses of rabies vaccine are usually recommended over one month plus rabies immunoglobulin may be recommended in the event of high-risk exposure. Immunoglobulin is in short supply worldwide, and may not be available in many countries.
- Three doses with an interval of one week between the first and second dose and at least two weeks between the second and third.
- £70 per dose.
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Pneumonia
- Pneumonia is an inflammatory condition of the lungs, usually caused by a bacterial infection. It can cause the lungs to swell and produce more mucus, filling with fluid.
There are two types of pneumonia vaccine that are licensed. Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (2 years+) is a 13 valent vaccine and the Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine (65 years+) is a 23 valent vaccine.
- These are both single doses given via intramuscular injections.
- £100 per Pneumococcal conjugate vaccine dose.
- £50 per Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine dose.
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Shingles Vaccine
- Shingles is a condition associated with a painful, blistering rash. It is caused by the reactivation of the virus Varicella zoster. The blistering rash often occurs in one part of the body. It can result in persistent pain at the site of the blisters and scarring.
- There are some antiviral treatments that can be given to help reduce the severity of the viral infection. The Shingrix vaccine is not recommended as a treatment of shingles but it can be given to those with a previous history of shingles who are aged 50 years or over.
- Two doses with an interval of ideally 2 months or up to 6 months between them.
- £300 per dose.
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Tick-Borne Encephalitis
- Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is a viral infection usually transmitted through the bite of an infected tick. Travellers to areas where TBE occurs may be at risk when walking, camping or working in woodland. In Europe, early spring through to late autumn are generally higher risk, but seasons vary according to location. The infection can also be acquired through drinking unpasteurised milk, especially goats milk.
- The tick-borne encephalitis vaccine is between 98-99% effective against the European strains and is also thought to be as effective against other strains. It is an inactivated vaccine containing the virus.
- Three doses with an interval between 1 and 3 months, and 5 to 12 months after the second dose.
- £65 per dose.
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Typhoid
- Typhoid and paratyphoid are infections acquired by the ingestion of food or water contaminated by the bacteria Salmonella Typhi or Salmonella Paratyphi.
Symptoms of typhoid and paratyphoid include fever, headache, muscle or joint pains, constipation or diarrhoea and a rash. Complications include intestinal bleeding and perforation (development of a hole in the wall of the bowel). If treated most people will make a full recovery however if untreated death rates can be high.
- The risk of acquiring typhoid or paratyphoid can be reduced by ensuring good personal hygiene and following advice on the prevention of food and water-borne diseases. Vaccination is recommended for travellers whose planned activities put them at higher risk of typhoid infection in areas where sanitation and food hygiene are likely to be poor.
- A single dose intramuscular vaccine (75% effective) or a three-dose oral vaccine(50-60% effective) is available to those identified at high risk.
- £35 per course.
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Yellow Fever (with certification)
- Yellow fever is a viral infection transmitted by certain species of day-biting mosquitoes. YF virus can cause an illness that results in jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes) and bleeding, with severe damage to the major organs. The death rate is high in those who develop severe disease.
- There is no treatment for yellow fever infection. Supportive and intensive medical care is required in the toxic phase to allow the body to clear the virus itself. In the UK you can only obtain the yellow fever vaccination from a designated Yellow Fever Clinic.
- A single dose of the vaccine provides life-long immunity.
- £80 per dose.
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