Quick Answer Not every tick bite makes you ill, but some can, depending on where you are in the world. A vaccine is available for tick-borne encephalitis, which is found across parts of central, eastern and northern Europe and parts of Asia, and it is usually recommended for travellers who will spend time outdoors in …
Packing the wrong repellent, or skipping a destination-specific vaccine you did not realise you needed, can turn a dream holiday into a genuinely dangerous situation. Insect-borne diseases such as malaria, yellow fever, Japanese encephalitis and dengue are not evenly spread around the world, and neither is the protection you need against them. Choosing the right …
Travelling to a tropical destination? Yellow fever immunisation side effects are among the most commonly searched travel health questions we receive at Fermanagh Travel and Health Clinics. Most travellers simply want to know what to expect after their jab and whether any discomfort is worth it. The short answer is yes, absolutely, and this guide …
Many people have heard of meningitis, but fewer understand exactly what it is or how quickly it can become serious. Knowing the early signs can make a significant difference in getting treatment quickly and protecting your health. If you have concerns about symptoms, vaccination, or prevention, you can get in touch or book an appointment …
If you are planning travel to parts of Africa or South America, you may be asking how long the yellow fever vaccination lasts and whether a booster is needed. At Fermanagh Clinics, this is one of the most common questions we receive during travel health appointments. As a trusted travel health provider serving the communities …
Understanding how long the rabies vaccine lasts is an important part of travel health planning, particularly for those travelling to regions where rabies is still present. At Fermanagh Clinics, we regularly speak to travellers who were vaccinated years ago and are unsure whether they are still protected, or whether a booster is required before their …
At Fermanagh Travel and Health Clinics, we meet many patients who are keen to protect themselves and their families but feel uncertain about what they have heard regarding vaccines. Few topics attract as much confusion as the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine. Decades of misinformation have caused worry for some parents, even though the …
