The pneumococcal vaccine protects against a bacterium called Streptococcus pneumoniae, which can cause a range of serious infections, including pneumonia, meningitis, and septicaemia. While some groups receive it routinely on the NHS, many adults and travellers are unaware they may benefit from vaccination. At King’s Pharmacy in Birmingham, our team offers expert vaccination advice and …
Chickenpox is often dismissed as a mild childhood illness, but for some people it can lead to serious complications. The chickenpox injection, also known as the varicella vaccine, offers reliable protection for children and adults who have not previously had the infection. At King’s Pharmacy in Birmingham, our vaccination team can advise on whether the …
At Kings Pharmacy, we help hundreds of travellers each year prepare for safe and healthy trips abroad. Whether you are planning a relaxing beach holiday, a business trip, or an adventurous journey to a tropical region, malaria prevention should always be part of your travel planning. Many travellers underestimate the risks of malaria or assume …
Wherever your next holiday takes you, one thing is certain – accidents, illnesses, and minor mishaps can happen anywhere. That’s why packing a well-prepared travel first aid kit should be just as important as remembering your passport. But not all trips are the same, and what you need for a beach break is very different …
ⓘ Quick Answer The meningitis B vaccine (Bexsero) is recommended for gap year students, long-stay travellers, and those heading to higher-risk regions who have not previously been vaccinated. It is given as a two-dose course at least one month apart. Kings Pharmacy Birmingham offers private travel vaccination appointments including meningitis B. When planning a trip …
ⓘ Quick Answer Altitude sickness medication such as acetazolamide (Diamox) should be started 24 to 48 hours before ascending above 2,500 metres and continued for at least 48 hours after reaching your target altitude. Kings Pharmacy Birmingham provides expert travel health advice including altitude sickness medication for all high-altitude destinations. For travellers heading to high-altitude …