Most travellers to Mexico are advised to be up to date with routine vaccinations and to consider hepatitis A and typhoid. Additional vaccines may be recommended depending on your destination within Mexico, the length of your stay, and the activities you have planned. A travel health consultation is the best way to get personalised advice. […]
When preparing for travel to parts of Africa or South America, yellow fever vaccination is one of the most important steps you can take. Many travellers find themselves weighing up the yellow fever vaccine side effects against the inconvenience or uncertainty of having the jab. At Brixton Travel Clinic, we believe that understanding both sides […]
If you are planning travel to parts of Asia or the Western Pacific, you may have come across information about the JE vaccine and wondered whether it is really necessary for you. Japanese Encephalitis is rare for most travellers, but it can be serious, which is why vaccination decisions are based on risk rather than […]
If you are travelling to a destination where malaria is a risk, it is important to understand when you should start malaria tablets. Timing matters because these medicines need to be in your system before you are exposed, and you usually need to continue taking them after you return home. At Brixton Travel Clinic, we […]
At Brixton Travel Clinic, we know that preparing for a trip can feel overwhelming. You’ve got flights to book, hotels to confirm, and itineraries to plan, all before you even think about what to pack. But when it comes to your health and safety, having the right travel checklist can make all the difference between […]
The end of the NHS Fit for Travel page isn’t the end of travel health: It’s the start of simpler, faster care. For many years, the NHS Fit for Travel website was the go-to source for British travellers seeking advice before heading abroad. It offered guidance on travel vaccines, disease risks, and destination-specific precautions. But […]
If you have typed travel clinic near me into a search engine before an upcoming trip, you may be wondering whether to book an appointment with your GP surgery or a dedicated private travel clinic. Both options can provide vaccinations and travel health advice, but there are important differences in speed, availability, and the level […]
At Brixton Travel Clinic, we often meet travellers who are uncertain about whether they need a typhoid vaccine. Some come to us after hearing conflicting advice online, while others believe they are already covered or that the vaccine is unnecessary for their trip. Unfortunately, misinformation can leave people unprotected against a serious illness that is […]
Travel plans don’t always come with months of notice – sometimes you book that spontaneous getaway, take on a last-minute work trip, or respond to a family emergency abroad. If your destination puts you at risk of cholera, you might suddenly find yourself asking: Can I still get the cholera vaccine in time? At Brixton […]
Whether you’re heading off on a backpacking adventure, a family holiday, or a business trip abroad, ensuring you’re fit for travel is one of the most important parts of your preparation. At Brixton Travel Clinic, we regularly support travellers with tailored advice, vaccinations, and medical documentation – all designed to keep you safe and healthy, […]