Combined Pertussis-Containing Vaccine
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Vaccines recommended : Pertussis booster, Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Japanese Encephalitis
Whooping cough spreads easily through coughs and sneezes. Since you’re most contagious before the “whoop” starts, many adults pass it to vulnerable babies without even realising they are ill.
It starts like a cold but quickly turns into intense coughing fits that leave you gasping for air. In infants, this can cause dangerous breathing pauses and requires urgent care.
We offer combined boosters against pertussis, diphtheria, and tetanus. Your pharmacist will advise on the best option for your age and health.
Most people only notice a little soreness or redness at the injection site for a few days. Occasionally, you might feel slightly tired or have a mild headache afterward.
Children receive pertussis protection through the NHS routine vaccination schedule, but immunity wanes in adulthood. A booster is strongly recommended for those in regular contact with newborns, those who are pregnant, and travellers heading to regions with active outbreaks or elevated transmission.
Vaccinating between 16 and 32 weeks of pregnancy protects newborns during their initial two-month vulnerability period before their own immunisations begin at 8 weeks.Maternal antibodies cross the placenta, granting the baby passive immunity when the risk of severe illness is highest.
The 16 to 32-week window is ideal for antibody transfer; earlier or later vaccination provides less effective protection. A booster is necessary during every pregnancy because prior antibody levels do not fully protect subsequent infants.
Note: This service is free on the NHS, but we provide private appointments for faster access. Please confirm your NHS eligibility first.
Newborns (<8 weeks)
Newborns rely on maternal antibodies and avoid exposure as they are too young for vaccination.
Infants (8 weeks–6 months)
Infants starting the NHS schedule remain vulnerable until fully protected.
Under-vaccinated grandparents
Grandparents with faded or no childhood immunity often transmit the infection to grandchildren.
Adults without recent boosters
Adult immunity fades in 5–10 years, allowing them to spread pertussis while having only mild symptoms.
Immunocompromised people
The immunocompromised face more severe illness and potentially reduced vaccine effectiveness.
Unvaccinated pregnant women
Unvaccinated pregnant women cannot pass vital antibody protection to their newborns.
Since qualifying as a pharmacist in 2006, Mandeep Sandhu has turned travel health into his life’s work. As an independent prescriber with expert NaTHNaC and Yellow Fever credentials, he focuses on giving you genuine peace of mind before you fly.
Mandeep is an avid traveler himself, so he knows that travel health isn’t a “one-size-fits-all” process. He rejects the generic checklist approach, preferring to sit down with you to discuss your unique plans. Whether you’re heading on a family holiday or a remote adventure, Mandeep provides the personal, professional care you deserve.
A fully GPhC-registered pharmacist.
Qualified to independently prescribe and provide travel medicines
Accredited Yellow Fever centre providing vaccinations and official ICVP documentation.
Specialist travel health education following national UK standards
Real experiences from patients who trusted our Medway travel clinic for their vaccinations and travel health advice.
The NHS routinely provides free whooping cough vaccinations only for pregnant women (weeks 16–32). Boosters for other adults are generally not available on the NHS. Our Chatham clinic provides this as a private service for those needing a booster or faster access.
If it has been over 10 years since your last pertussis-containing jab or you are expecting a new baby, book a consultation. Our clinician will review your history to determine if a booster is necessary.
Co-administration depends on your health profile and the specific vaccines required. Your clinician will advise during the consultation whether to give them together or at separate appointments.
Yes. Since 2012, millions of UK pregnant women have safely received the vaccine to protect newborns. The ideal window is between 16 and 32 weeks. This is routinely free via the NHS.
A booster provides 5 to 10 years of protection, though immunity can wane sooner. A clinician will recommend timing based on your specific needs and history.
