Are the side effects of Hepatitis A or B Vaccine ‘normal’? This is a question we are often asked at our travel clinic. And the answer? Yes, mild side effects after the hepatitis A and B vaccine are completely normal and usually resolve within a day or two. They are a sign that your immune […]
Typhoid fever remains a significant travel health risk for people visiting parts of Asia, Africa, and Latin America. If you are planning international travel from London, it is worth understanding whether a typhoid fever shot is appropriate for your trip and what the process involves. Typhoid fever affects millions of people worldwide each year – […]
Planning an international trip with children requires careful preparation, and vaccination is one of the most important steps a parent can take. Hepatitis A and hepatitis B are both preventable infections that can pose a real risk to children travelling to certain parts of the world, yet many parents are unsure which vaccines their child […]
Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for several groups of people who may be at increased risk of exposure to the virus. Two of the most common groups are healthcare workers and international travellers. While the same vaccine is used for both groups, the reasons for vaccination, the environments where risk occurs, and the vaccination schedules […]
At Brixton Travel Clinic, we regularly meet travellers who are unsure whether they need the Hepatitis A and B vaccine for their upcoming trip. Many people assume these infections are rare or only affect certain destinations, but the reality is that hepatitis A and hepatitis B remain two of the most common travel-related illnesses worldwide. […]
For travellers heading to regions where Hepatitis A is prevalent, vaccination is one of the most important preventative measures you can take. Hepatitis A is a viral infection that spreads through contaminated food and water, posing a significant risk in many parts of the world. If you’re preparing for an upcoming trip, you may be […]