Planning a trip abroad? Whether it's a luxury holiday to Thailand, a business trip to the USA, or backpacking around South America, it's crucial you get the right health advice for travellers. At Private Medical Clinic, we help Londoners prepare for safe, healthy travel with the latest travel health vaccination advice and practical tips tailored to your destination.
In this blog, we'll walk you through the essentials—what jabs you might need, how to stay protected, and when to book in for a consultation.
Many countries have health risks that don't exist in the UK. From yellow fever and hepatitis A to malaria and traveller's diarrhoea, different regions come with different threats. Good travel health planning ensures:
And with many countries requiring proof of vaccination at entry, it's not just about your health—it's about access too.
Anyone travelling to areas with known disease risks should consider getting travel health vaccination. You'll especially need it if you're:
Common Travel Vaccines We Offer
At Private Medical Clinic, our private GPs provide expert health advice to travellers and can administer a wide range of vaccines, including:
Recommended for most countries with poor sanitation or limited access to healthcare.
Essential if you're heading to parts of Asia, Africa, or Central/South America.
A requirement for entry into several African and South American countries. We provide the official yellow fever certificate (IHR-compliant).
A routine vaccine in the UK, but make sure it's up to date before you travel.
Recommended for long stays, adventure travel, or areas with limited access to emergency care.
For rural travel in parts of Asia, especially during monsoon season.
We also offer malaria prevention tablets, traveller's diarrhoea kits, and other medications specific to your itinerary.
Book a travel vaccination appointment in London with one of our private GPs to discuss what you need based on your trip.
Ideally, book your travel health consultation at least 6–8 weeks before departure. Some vaccinations require multiple doses over several weeks, and others need time to become fully effective.
Even if your trip is sooner, don't worry—we can still offer last-minute protection, fast-tracked doses, and helpful travel packs.
Travel Health Tips Beyond Vaccinations
Travel Health for Special Groups
Some vaccines are not recommended during pregnancy. Always check with a doctor before travelling to high-risk areas.
Children may require a different vaccine schedule. Our clinic provides tailored paediatric travel advice and jabs.
You may be at greater risk for complications—speak to one of our GPs for personalised health advice.
It depends on your destination, planned activities, length of stay, and personal health. The best way is to book a consultation for tailored travel health vaccination advice.
Some are mandatory (like yellow fever for certain countries), others are strongly recommended. Failing to get them can risk your health or lead to denied entry.
Some can be given together, while others require a schedule. We'll explain everything clearly during your appointment.
Prices vary depending on the vaccine and how many doses are needed. Visit our fees page for current pricing.
Yes. We provide all necessary documentation, including certificates, vaccine records, and fit-to-fly letters.
Don't leave your health to chance when travelling. Whether you're heading off the beaten track or staying in 5-star luxury, our team is here to offer expert travel health vaccinations & advice to make sure you're ready for anything.
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Dr. Simon Khela (MBChB, MRCGP) is Medical Director at Private Medical Clinic and an experienced Private GP with a special interest in Sport, Exercise, and Functional Medicine. He is passionate about preventative, personalised care and advancing healthcare through digital innovation and cutting-edge therapies.
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