Travel Health / Vaccines
At Blackpool Medical Centre, our Travel Clinic is staffed by trained and experienced GPs ensuring you receive expert care.
We provide tailored travel health guidance based on your destination and itinerary, including required vaccinations and tips on preventing insect-borne diseases like dengue and malaria, as well as food, water, and personal safety. With access to real-time global travel alerts, we help you stay informed of any health risks at your destination.
While no vaccine is completely pain-free, it’s a small step to avoid serious illness while abroad.
What vaccinations will I need when travelling?
Which vaccines you’ll need depends on factors like your destination, vaccination history, and travel plans. Common vaccines for parts of Asia, Africa, and the Americas include Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Tetanus, and Diphtheria.
Hepatitis B is often recommended for longer stays (over a month), while Rabies may be advised if you’re trekking in remote areas or working with animals. Both require a 3-dose course over 28 days, so early planning is essential.
Our Travel Clinic team will review current travel alerts and provide tailored advice on the vaccines recommended for your trip.
Which vaccines are compulsory?
Yellow Fever
Yellow Fever is the only mandatory vaccine required for entry into approximately 44 countries across Africa and Latin America.
Blackpool Medical Centre is a Registered Yellow Fever Centre and can issue official certification to those who receive the vaccine from our doctors.
Please note: the Yellow Fever certificate becomes valid 10 days after vaccination.
Non-Compulsory Vaccines
Vaccines like Hepatitis A and Typhoid are not mandatory for travel but are strongly recommended for many destinations in Asia, Africa, and Latin America due to the risk of disease.
Our Travel Clinic team will explain the potential health risks and outcomes of these infections so you can make an informed decision. While vaccination is optional, we strongly advise getting protected—ultimately, the choice is yours.
What types of conditions can travel vaccines prevent?
When planning your trip, it's important to consider the health risks that vaccines can help prevent—or reduce your exposure to.
Malaria
Malaria affects nearly half the world's population, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. There is no vaccine widely available, but anti-malarial medication and preventative strategies such as insect nets and repellent are key to staying safe.
Dengue Fever
Dengue is one of the most common illnesses among travellers to South-East Asia, the Pacific, and South America. While no vaccine is currently available in Ireland, protective measures such as insect repellent and clothing are essential to reduce your risk.
Rabies
Rabies is almost always fatal if not treated promptly. Popular destinations like Bali and Vietnam have seen increased cases, with most fatalities occurring in Asia and Africa. Though the rabies vaccine is costly, it could be a life-saving investment—especially if you plan to trek, stay in rural areas, or have close contact with animals.
Our Travel Clinic can help you assess your risk and advise on vaccines and other protection based on your destination.
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