Travel Clinic in Leicester
Stay Healthy on Your Travels – Expert Travel Clinic Services at The Health Suite Leicester.
The Travel Clinic at The Health Suite in Leicester provides important health services for people planning to travel abroad. The travel clinic offers various services such as travel vaccinations, advice on preventing malaria, and consultations about staying healthy during travel. They help travellers stay safe from diseases common in certain areas and give tips on how to stay healthy while away. With personalised advice and vaccinations based on where you’re going, visiting a travel clinic helps make your trip safer and more enjoyable. Getting vaccinated* before travelling abroad is very important to protect yourself from diseases that might be common in certain areas. Vaccines can help prevent illnesses like typhoid and hepatitis, which are more frequent in some parts of the world. Visiting a travel clinic makes sure you get the right vaccines for where you’re going and your health background, keeping you healthy and lowering the chance of spreading diseases to others. Proper vaccination can make your trip safer and more enjoyable.
We offer a full range of fast, easy-access travel vaccines and prescription medication you may need. When you are planning to travel abroad, you may need vaccinations or medications to protect yourself from diseases found in that part of the world.
Travel clinics offer a wide range of benefits for individuals preparing for international travel. One of the primary advantages is the personalised health advice tailored to the traveller’s specific needs based on their destination. This ensures that individuals receive the necessary vaccinations, medications, and preventive care to minimise the risk of illness abroad. Travel clinics also provide expert guidance on preventing diseases such as malaria and typhoid, which may be prevalent in certain regions. In addition, they offer essential health tips on staying hydrated, managing travel fatigue, and preventing common travel-related illnesses. By visiting a travel clinic before a trip, travellers can reduce the likelihood of health issues disrupting their travels and enjoy greater peace of mind.
Visiting a travel clinic is an essential step for anyone planning international travel, especially for those heading to regions with specific health risks. Many countries require proof of certain vaccinations before entry, and a travel clinic ensures you meet these requirements to avoid travel delays or being denied entry. Additionally, travel clinics are vital for providing accurate and up-to-date information on health risks, such as outbreaks of infectious diseases or other environmental hazards, that might not be widely known. Beyond vaccinations, they also offer health advice on what to pack in a travel health kit, how to manage chronic conditions on the go, and how to access medical help while abroad. Ultimately, the importance of a travel clinic lies in its role in safeguarding travellers’ health, helping to prevent illness and ensuring a smoother, more enjoyable journey.
Vaccines: Please contact us as early as possible so we can plan your vaccination schedule.
*The cost of vaccines is non-refundable once the booking has been completed.
Why choose The Health Suite for Travel Clinic?
Comprehensive Assessment and Expert Advice
At our Travel Health Clinic in Leicester, we provide a comprehensive assessment of your travel plans and offer expert advice tailored to your specific destination and health profile, ensuring you receive the most relevant vaccinations and health guidance for your trip.
Accessibility and Convenience
We prioritise your convenience by offering an easily accessible clinic location, flexible appointment scheduling, and a streamlined process for receiving vaccinations and travel-related health information, making your journey preparation hassle-free.
Updated Information and Support
Our commitment to your well-being goes beyond vaccinations. We keep you informed about changing health risks, travel advisories, and necessary booster shots, providing ongoing support to ensure you stay healthy and safe while travelling.
Common Q&A about Travel Clinic
Our FAQ section is designed to address common questions you may have, from how our treatments work to what you can expect during and after your session.
Our team is always available to provide additional support if you need more personalised guidance, ensuring that you feel informed and confident every step of the way.
Symptom checker
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, please book an appointment with us. Symptoms can vary from person to person and from condition to condition.A proper diagnosis can only be made through a thorough medical examination.
Our clinicians will carry out a full assessment to ensure an accurate diagnosis and appropriate care.
Are you planning to travel abroad soon?
Travel clinics provide tailored health advice, risk assessment, and vaccinations based on your destination, travel dates, and activities to help keep you healthy while away.
Do you need travel vaccinations or booster shots?
Some destinations require specific vaccines (e.g., hepatitis, typhoid) before entry. Clinics can recommend and administer the right immunisations to protect you overseas.
Do you need malaria prevention medication?
In areas with malaria risk, travel clinics can prescribe antimalarial medication and advise on bite prevention, clothing, and insect repellent use.
Are you unsure about health risks at your destination?
Travel health assessments identify risks like food‑ and water‑borne illnesses, insect‑borne diseases, and altitude sickness, guiding actions to minimise them.
Do you have a pre‑existing condition and need travel advice?
If you have diabetes, heart or lung conditions, or are pregnant, a travel clinic can tailor health plans, vaccinations, and medication advice before you go.
Do you want post‑travel health support?
Some travel clinics also review symptoms that arise after returning, such as fever, stomach issues, or unusual fatigue, to check for travel‑related infections.
What we treat
At The Health Suite Leicester, our private medical clinic offers expert care whenever you need it. Our team of experienced GPs and healthcare professionals provide personalised diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of medical conditions, ensuring high-quality, professional care in a comfortable setting.
Click below to view useful info on a few of the common conditions we treat:
Travel Vaccinations
We provide a range of destination‑specific vaccines such as typhoid, hepatitis, rabies, and more to protect against travel‑related diseases.
Malaria Prevention & Medication
Prescribing antimalarial tablets and advising on mosquito bite avoidance for at‑risk areas.
Travel Health Risk Assessment
We assess health risks tied to your itinerary, activities, and health history to personalise advice.
Pre‑Travel Advice
Guidance on food and water safety, insect bite prevention, managing altitude sickness, and general travel health tips.
Post‑Travel Follow‑Up
Assessment and direction for symptoms that develop after travel, including fever, diarrhoea, or other concerns that might be travel‑related.
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Our clinicians manage a broad spectrum of conditions, and individual assessment allows us to tailor care beyond the examples listed. We encourage you to book a consultation to discuss your symptoms and appropriate treatment options.
Meet our Travel Clinic Clinicians
Meet our dedicated team at The Health Suite Leicester, where skilled professionals are committed to providing exceptional care tailored to your medical and wellness needs.
Kim Saunders
Practice Nurse
Treatment options and pricing
Browse and click below to book any of our available services.
Paediatric Hepatitis A & B Vaccine
Three doses required
Rabies Vaccine
Three doses are required over 3-4 weeks.
Meningitis ACWY Vaccine
One dose of this vaccine is required. Those travelling to Saudi Arabia for the Hajj or Umra are required to show proof of vaccination with the Meningitis ACWY vaccine before obtaining a visa
Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine
Two doses are required, 28 days apart or 7 days apart if protection is required quickly
Hepatitis B Vaccine
Three doses required. These can be spread over 6 months or over 3 weeks if protection is required quickly
Tick-Borne Encephalitis Vaccine
Three doses are required. Two doses can be administered before travel
Paediatric Hepatitis A Vaccine
Two doses required
Typhoid Vaccine
One dose of this vaccine is required. It needs to be taken at least 2 months before travel
Hepatitis A & B Vaccine
Three doses are required in total. These can be spread over 6 months or over 3 weeks if protection is required quickly
Cholera Vaccines
This is an oral vaccine. Two doses are required 7 days apart. You need to finish the course at least a week before travel
Malaria Vaccines
We offer four malaria prevention medications: Doxycycline, Malarone, Chloroquine, and Proguanil. A nurse or doctor will assess and help you choose the best option. Doctor consultations cost £75. Medication prices vary by choice and trip length.
Hepatitis A Vaccine
Two doses are required 6 – 12 months apart to protect for up to 20 years. The first dose can be taken two weeks before travel and is effective in protecting you from that episode of travel
Paediatric Hepatitis B Vaccine
Three doses required
Travel Clinic Nurse Initial Consultation
We’ll ask about your travel details, stay, and health to assess risk. Contact us early so we can plan your vaccinations in time.
Fit to Fly Medical Assessment & Certificate
A Fit to Fly assessment checks if you're healthy for air travel. If approved, you'll get a certificate. Contact us early to plan vaccinations too.
Have a query about Travel Clinic at The Health Suite Leicester?
We recognise that getting the healthcare assistance you need can be difficult. So if you have a query, feel free to contact us and one of our treatment co-ordinators will be happy to help. We aim to reply to all queries within 24 hours (Mon – Fri).