If you are planning to travel overseas in the coming months, it is important to review the vaccinations required.
Sandwell Travel Clinic experts are here to answer any questions you may have!
A combined vaccination that protects against diphtheria, polio and tetanus is routinely given to all children in the UK. You should make sure you and your children are up-to date with your routine vaccinations before travelling. Further booster doses are usually only recommended if you're travelling to areas where access to medical services is likely to be limited or your last vaccination dose was more than 10 years ago.
Diphtheria, Tetanus & Polio
1 dose(s) required
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At least 10 days before you travel.
The vaccine protects you for 10 years. After this, a booster dose is required.
One dose.
The vaccine is usually given as an injection in the upper arm.
Common side effects include soreness at the injection site and generally feeling unwell.
The vaccine is available to anyone over the age of 10.
Certain countries which have a high risk of Polio, will require travellers to show evidence of vaccination before entering.
Contact Us
Sandwell Travel Clinic
152 Walsall Road,
West Bromwich B71 3HP
Tel: 0121 500 5756 (Option 3)
Do you have an upcoming trip & require travel services or vaccines? We are here for you, our central pharmacy located in Sandwell offers an extensive selection of treatments to prepare you for your travels.
