Vaccinations
What is a vaccination?
Vaccination is a simple, safe, and effective way of protecting you against harmful diseases before you come into contact with them. Vaccines use your body’s natural defences by training your immune system to create antibodies, just as it does when it’s exposed to a disease.
When to get vaccinated?
Travelling abroad - Travelling abroad could expose you to pathogens that might harm your body because of a lack of protection. By receiving a vaccination prior to your travels, you will protect your body against them. This is vital because some of the illnesses are life-threatening.
We recommend that you receive your vaccination at least 21 days before travelling to another country or other destination.
What to expect?
Our vaccination appointments are with one of our experienced Practice Nurses, clinicians, or sometimes with one of our Doctors. During the vaccination appointment, you will have time to discuss any queries or concerns you may have, and the clinician will explain the pros and cons associated with a given vaccination, including any possible side effects. This is a free service – you will only pay the fee for the vaccination. Some vaccinations require a course of injections or booster injections to be effective. The clinician will fully explain the necessary treatment course for you.
Our Vaccination range includes:
Meningitis B (Bexsero) and Meningitis ACWY
Chicken Pox
Shingles
Pneumonia
Hepatitis A, B and C
Tetanus, Diphtheria, Polio
Influenza
Cervical Cancer vaccination against HPV (human papillomavirus) – Gardasil