Travel Vaccinations
Travel vaccinations
The way you access travel vaccinations has changed. Travel Vaccinations free on the NHS were previously delivered at Community Pharmacies but are now provided by The NHS Lanarkshire Vaccination Service.
These vaccines are:
- Hepatitis A
- Typhoid
- Hepatitis A and typhoid combined
- Cholera
- Revaxis (polio / diphtheria / tetanus)
Planning and early action are essential for a healthy and worry-free trip. If you need any of the above vaccines for travel, please contact the Vaccination Service directly on 01698 687 456 as soon as possible. Our staff will advise you on the necessary steps. We strongly recommend reaching out to our services at least 8 weeks before your travel date, failure to do so may result in being turned away or not allowing enough time for the vaccines to provide optimal protection before you travel.
Ensure you are aware of the vaccination requirements for your destination(s), and allow a minimum of 8 weeks to complete the vaccination process. You can check the specific requirements at http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk before arranging your appointment with The Vaccination Service.
​Some travellers may need other vaccines and anti-malarials which are not provided free of charge through this NHS service. Pharmacies may provide this additional service, however there will be a charge for it.
If you have a condition which may be exacerbated by travel or become problematic during travel, please speak to the healthcare professional who usually looks after this condition – for example, consultant, GP or practice nurse.
Useful Information
For further travel health and vaccinations information visit the NHS Inform website.
