What to expect

INFORMATION REGARDING ATTENDING TRAVEL CLINIC GLASGOW

Thank you for choosing travel Clinic Glasgow for your immunisation requirements

We have two locations in Glasgow.

Argyle Street Location

1094 Argyle Street, Finnieston, Glasgow, G3 8LY

and

Gartcosh Location

2 Old Gartloch Road, Gartcosh, Glasgow, G69 8EU

What to expect when seeing the Nurse or Travel health pharmacist

You will be taken into our travel clinic consultation room
Our friendly Nurse will put you at ease
The Nurse is experienced in administering vaccinations and providing travel advice
You will be provided with relevant information according to your travel health risks
You will be informed of the essential vaccines and of any recommendations for vaccines based on your trip
You will have a discussion around your health questionnaire
Your first visit will last approximately 30 minutes (Groups of Travellers will be longer)

About your vaccinations

The website for information on Travel vaccines is fitfortravel.nhs.uk
Most people start the vaccine process on the day they come into the clinic
For some vaccinations more than one dose will be required
Some vaccines require up to 3 doses to complete the course
If there are no contra indications, you can start your vaccine program with us on your first visit
If you do have presenting health issues on the day i.e. a high temperature you may not be given vaccinations on the first day however the Nurse will keep you informed of your options

About the costs

As indicated to you on the phone some vaccines can be provided free of charge from your GP so this may be a good place to start your vaccine planning
If you cannot see your GP on time we can provide all of the vaccines, the nurse will give you the costs of the vaccines as you go through the consultation
You will be asked to pay for any vaccines or other items purchased at each visit. However, if you prefer you can pay in advance for all items
A £10 consultation fee is payable but will be waived if vaccines and/or anti-malarials are subsequently supplied on the same day.

What happens next

We will book your return appointments so you can finish your course, if required
You will be issued with a vaccine record card
Please note that most vaccines do have an expiry after which you will be advised to have them again

We hope this covers all you need to know about your forthcoming visit to our clinics.