Japanese encephalitis vaccination

What is it? Japanese Encephalitis is a viral brain infection which is spread via mosquito bites. The disease causes inflammation of the brain which can result in permanent brain damage and death. Countries at risk… Countries at risk Japanese Encephalitis is predominantly found in India and South East Asia and a very remote part of […]

Tick borne encephalitis vaccination

What is it? Tick Borne Encephalitis is a viral infection that is spread via the bites of ticks. The disease can cause inflammation of the brain which can result in permanent brain damage and death. Countries at risk… Travel precautions Our recommended vaccines for the most common travel destinations outside of Europe includes Hepatitis A, […]

Shingles vaccination

What are shingles Shingles is a viral infection affecting the nerve and surrounding skin, also known as herpes zoster. It is caused due to a reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Some of the main symptoms of shingles are similar to the symptoms of chickenpox. These can include a high […]

Meningitis B vaccination

Introduction In the UK every year there are approximately 1,500 reported cases of meningococcal disease, making it the most common cause of bacterial meningitis. You will need either two or three doses, depending on your age. Most infants and children over the age of 6 months will need two doses. What is meningitis B? Meningococcal […]

Pneumonia vaccination

Dears Pharmacy Pneumonia Vaccination Service can now offer protection against 20 strains of streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria.  You’ll receive a one-off vaccination that offers long-lasting protection against pneumococcal pneumonia. You can have the vaccination at any time of the year and no annual booster doses are needed. What is Pneumonia? Pneumonia is a serious infection that […]