Timeframe

If you are planning to travel abroad, please contact us well in advance to arrange any necessary vaccinations. To assist our Travel Nurses in assessing your requirements, it is essential that they receive your Travel Risk Assessment Form prior to your appointment. We require at least 6-8 weeks' notice before your departure to allow sufficient time for vaccinations to take effect.

Charges
We offer certain travel vaccinations free of charge through the NHS, including Typhoid, Cholera,Hepatitis A, and Diphtheria/Tetanus/Polio. However, we do not provide vaccinations for conditions like Yellow Fever or malaria, etc.., these must be arranged privately. For these additional vaccinations, please consult a local travel clinic for details and pricing.

Procedure for Travel Services

1. Complete the Travel Risk Assessment Form
   Each traveler must complete their own form.

2. Submit the Completed Form
   Return your form to the surgery if not completed online. It will be reviewed by one of our Practice Nurses, who will check your requirements against your medical history.

3. Follow Up
   Please contact the surgery a week after submission. We will confirm whether you need an appointment at Bancroft Medical Centre for vaccinations or advice from our Practice Nurse, or if a visit to a Travel Clinic is necessary.

The following websites will give you additional travel advice

Travel Health for information of vaccinations available on NHS

MASTA for private vaccination clinics

Gov.uk for specific country travel advice

EHIC to apply for your free European Health Insurance Card

Fit For Travel  Information on how to stay safe and healthy abroad