Many New Zealanders travel, of those that travel to developing countries approximately 55% become unwell in one way or another.It is essential that travel health professionals give up to date information on the prevention of illnesses and diseases and travel issues while travelling overseas. The travel industry is one of the fastest growth industries. Two thirds of travel agents do not give medical advice. More travellers are seeking 'exotic' and remote destinations requiring increased specialist knowledge.
We provide advice and information on:
* Vaccinations including Hepatitis A
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis A and B combined vaccine
Tetanus/Diptheria
Polio
Influenza vaccine
Typhoid
Hepatitis A and typhoid combined vaccine
Meningitis vaccine
- for people travelling to "risk" areas eg Saudi Arabia if visiting Haj
Rabies
Cholera
Advice only on Japanese encephalitis and Yellow fever
* Prevention of malaria and other mosquito borne diseases.
* Prescription for travel medicines
* Travel kits (Travel kits also available for puchase)
* Travel to areas at high altitude.
* Safe eating and drinking.
* Safety and security for travellers.
* Health check or treatment for the returning traveller.
* Deep vein thrombosis and the prevention of.
* Travel sickness.
We encourage travellers to book appointments at least 4-6 weeks prior to intended travel, this allows adequate time for any immunisations to reach optimum protection.
Clinic sessions: Tuesday 9am - 12noon
Wednesday 2pm - 6 pm
Appointments can be offered outside these times if required.
A consultation fee applies.