Expert Travel Vaccinations for Your Global Journey

The chickenpox (varicella) vaccine protects against the varicella-zoster virus, which causes an itchy, blistering rash. It is recommended for non-immune adults, healthcare workers and travellers who have never had chickenpox.

The chikungunya vaccine protects against chikungunya virus, a mosquito-borne illness that causes high fever and severe, often long-lasting joint pain. It is recommended for travellers visiting affected tropical and subtropical regions.

Dukoral is an oral vaccine that helps protect against cholera and may offer some protection against certain causes of travellers' diarrhoea. It is taken as a drink before travel to higher-risk areas.

A private COVID-19 vaccination for travellers and individuals who want protection outside the NHS programme, available at Crewe Travel Clinic.

The dengue fever vaccine (Qdenga) helps protect against dengue, a mosquito-borne viral infection that can cause high fever and, in some cases, severe illness. It is given as a two-dose course for eligible travellers (aged four and over who have had a previous dengue infection) heading to dengue-affected regions.

Revaxis is a single combined booster vaccine that protects against diphtheria, tetanus and polio. It is commonly given to adults who need to top up their protection, including travellers heading to areas where these diseases still occur.

The flu (influenza) vaccine helps protect against seasonal influenza, a common respiratory infection that can cause serious illness, particularly in older adults and those with underlying health conditions. It is given as a single annual dose.

Twinrix is a combined vaccine that protects against both hepatitis A and hepatitis B in a single course. It is a convenient option for travellers who may be at risk of both infections.

The hepatitis A vaccine protects against a viral liver infection spread through contaminated food and water. It is recommended for travellers to many parts of the world.

The hepatitis B vaccine protects against a viral infection of the liver spread through blood and body fluids. It is recommended for many travellers and for people at occupational or lifestyle risk.

The HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccine protects against the types of HPV that cause most cervical cancers and other HPV-related cancers and genital warts. It is given as a single dose for younger people (those under 25, including the routine adolescent programme), while adults aged 25 to 45 are given a two-dose course and those who are immunosuppressed receive three doses.

Ixiaro protects against Japanese encephalitis, a mosquito-borne viral infection that can cause serious inflammation of the brain. It is recommended for travellers spending time in rural and agricultural areas of Asia and parts of the Pacific.

The Meningitis ACWY vaccine protects against four groups of meningococcal bacteria (A, C, W and Y) that can cause meningitis and blood poisoning. It is a mandatory requirement for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia.

The Meningitis B (MenB) vaccine protects against meningococcal group B disease, a rare but serious cause of meningitis and septicaemia. Available at Crewe Travel Clinic.

The MMR vaccine protects against measles, mumps and rubella, three highly contagious viral infections that can cause serious complications. It is given as a two-dose course and is important for both routine immunisation and travel.

The pneumococcal vaccine protects against pneumococcal infections, which can cause pneumonia, blood infections and meningitis. It is mainly recommended for older adults and people with certain health conditions.

The polio vaccine protects against poliomyelitis, a viral infection that can cause paralysis. A booster dose may be advised for travellers visiting areas where polio remains a risk.

The rabies vaccine provides pre-exposure protection against the rabies virus, which is almost always fatal once symptoms appear. A three-dose pre-exposure course is recommended for higher-risk travellers visiting areas where rabies is present.

The RSV vaccine protects against respiratory syncytial virus, a common cause of chest and lung infections. It is mainly recommended for older adults and during pregnancy to protect newborn babies.

Shingrix is a non-live vaccine that protects against shingles and its painful complications. It is recommended for older adults, typically from age 50, and for some immunocompromised people.

The tetanus vaccine protects against tetanus, a serious bacterial infection that affects the nervous system. A booster may be advised for travellers and for anyone whose protection is no longer up to date.

The tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) vaccine protects against a viral infection of the brain and nervous system spread by the bites of infected ticks. It may be advised for travellers visiting forested and rural areas of Europe and Asia.

The BCG vaccine helps protect against tuberculosis (TB), a serious bacterial infection that mainly affects the lungs. It is advised for some travellers to high-risk countries and for certain people in the UK.

Typhim Vi protects against typhoid fever, a bacterial infection spread through contaminated food and water. It is recommended for travellers to regions with poor sanitation, particularly the Indian subcontinent, Asia and Africa.

The whooping cough (pertussis) vaccine protects against a highly contagious bacterial infection that causes severe, prolonged coughing fits. It is especially important during pregnancy to protect newborn babies, and is given as a single dose.

Stamaril protects against yellow fever, a serious mosquito-borne viral infection found in parts of Africa and South America. It is given as a single dose at an approved Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre, with an international certificate provided.