// Travel Health by Destination

Travel Destinations From Medway: Vaccine and Health Advice for Every Journey

Every destination carries its own health risks. We match your advice to your exact trip.

// Travel Destinations

Country Vaccination Guide Medway: Browse Your Destination

Select your destination below to see recommended vaccines and health precautions for that country.

Thailand

Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Rabies, Japanese Encephalitis, Antimalarials

India

Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Rabies, Hepatitis B, Antimalarials

Tanzania

Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Rabies. Yellow Fever and antimalarials

Kenya

Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Rabies. Yellow Fever, Antimalarials

Brazil

Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Yellow Fever, Antimalarials

Peru

Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Yellow Fever.

// How It Works

How Your Travel Health Appointment at Our Medway Clinic Works

Book online in minutes. Vaccines, antimalarials, and destination advice are all covered in one appointment.

Step 01

Book Online

Book your slot online; same-day appointments available, no GP referral.

Step 02

Share Your Travel Plans

The clinician reviews your destination, travel plans, and health history.

Step 03

Get Your Vaccines

Get recommended vaccines and medications in one appointment.

Step 04

Fully Prepared and Protected

Receive records and travel advice; leave fully prepared.

// Last-Minute Appointments

Why the Vaccines You Need Change Completely Depending on Your Destination

A search engine gives generic lists. Your appointment accounts for your trip and your health.

Your health needs depend on exactly how you’re travelling. A relaxing resort stay in Phuket is very different from backpacking through rural Thailand, just as malaria risks change depending on where you are in India. Even your environment matters, visiting a busy tourist spot versus walking near rice paddies can change your risk levels for things like Japanese Encephalitis.

Plus, your own health history, like which boosters you’ve had or any medical conditions, makes a big difference. That’s why online checklists aren’t enough. We prefer sitting down with you for a real conversation, so we can build a protection plan that fits you and your specific trip.

// Risk

How the Time of Year You Travel Affects Your Health Risk

The month you travel matters as much as where you go. Seasons and outbreaks change the risks.

Destination

High-Risk Season

Key Risk

Thailand

May to October (monsoon)

Dengue fever, Japanese Encephalitis, malaria in border regions

India

June to September (monsoon)

Japanese Encephalitis, dengue, typhoid. Cholera risk elevated in flood-affected or humanitarian settings

Tanzania

March to May and November (rains)

Malaria year-round, Yellow Fever

Kenya

March to May and October to December (rains)

Malaria, Yellow Fever

Brazil

October to March (Amazon wet season)

Dengue, Yellow Fever, malaria in the Amazon

Peru

November to March (Amazon wet season)

Altitude sickness in the Andes, Yellow Fever in jungle areas

Sub-Saharan Africa

Year-round (varies by region)

Malaria, Yellow Fever, meningococcal disease

Caribbean

June to November (hurricane season)

Dengue, chikungunya, leptospirosis, flooding-related risks

Nepal and high-altitude Asia

Spring and autumn trekking seasons

Altitude sickness, Japanese Encephalitis, rabies

// Destination Travel

What to Have Ready Before Your Appointment

Coming prepared helps your pharmacist give the most accurate and complete advice in a single visit, without the need for any follow-up appointments.

Travel itinerary: destinations, dates, regions, and planned activities
Passport: needed for Yellow Fever vaccine and ICVP documentation
Vaccination records: any available history, even if partial
Current medications: to check for vaccine or travel drug interactions
Allergy details: specifically to antibiotics, sulphonamides, or vaccine ingredients
Medical history: pre-existing conditions and travel insurance data

// Why Choose Us

Why Kent Travellers Come to Our Clinic

As travel specialists rather than a general GP surgery, we provide faster access and comprehensive advice in a single visit.

Same-week appointments

With no GP referral needed; walk in prepared, not turned away.

The full vaccine range

A full vaccine range is stocked on-site at all times; no ordering ahead or coming back.

Antimalarials and vaccines sorted

Antimalarials and vaccines sorted in one appointment; nothing left for a second visit.

Personalised advice

Personalised advice built around your specific trip destination, activities, and health history are all considered.

Emailed vaccination records

Emailed vaccination records are sent after every appointment; your health history is always documented and ready.

// Meet our expert

Qualified Professionals You Can Rely On

Meet the pharmacist who gets you ready before you fly.

Mandeep Sandhu

Superintendent Pharmacist & Clinical Lead

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.

MPharm Qualified

A fully GPhC-registered pharmacist.

Independent Prescriber

Qualified to independently prescribe and provide travel medicines

Yellow Fever Accredited

Accredited Yellow Fever centre providing vaccinations and official ICVP documentation.

NaTHNaC Trained

Specialist travel health education following national UK standards

// Areas We Serve

Based in Medway, Covering the Whole of Kent

Located at 139 New Road, Chatham, our clinic serves patients across the Medway towns and Kent. If you need a private travel clinic in Kent with a full vaccine range and same-day availability, book online today.

// Testimonials

What Our Clients Say About Us

Real experiences from patients who trusted our Medway travel clinic for their vaccinations and travel health advice.

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   Sunen Patel 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a fantastic experience at Medway Travel Clinic while getting everything sorted for my trip to South America. The clinic is modern, clean, and well-run, which really helped put me at ease. Booking was simple, and there were plenty of appointment slots to choose from, even at short notice. I was especially impressed that they had all the necessary vaccines in stock, so I could get everything done in one visit. Mandeep was incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to explain each vaccine and what to expect, which made the whole process smooth and reassuring. Highly recommended for anyone planning overseas travel!
  
 
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   T-Mobile T-Mobile 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent staff and service.
  
 
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   Usman Ali 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommended for travel vaccines
  
 
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   Rachael Clifton 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot fault this service.  The whole pharmacy team are very helpful and approachable. Mandeep, the pharmacist dealt with my travel queries and vaccinations.  I was very unsure as it was my first time going abroad but he talked me through everything and explained which vaccines I needed. The jabs didn't even hurt! He was amazing. A1 service. 100% recommend. Thank you.
  
 
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   Sarfaraz Riaz 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. First class service. Would recommend to try these guys out! Amazing service. Thank you.
  
 
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   Balraj 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Medway Travel Clinic made preparing for my trip so easy. The location is convenient, and I had no issues with parking – plenty of spaces available. I was able to book an appointment without any hassle, and there were lots of time slots to choose from. I went in for my yellow fever vaccination, and the pharmacist prescriber was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful, offering great advice tailored to my destination. I felt completely at ease and well looked after. Highly recommend for travel health needs!
  
 
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   Kitty Atwal 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I visited Medway Travel Clinic for my rabies vaccine ahead of my trip to Thailand, and I couldn’t have asked for a better service. The clinic is in a really convenient location with easy parking, and booking an appointment was quick and hassle-free. The pharmacist prescriber was incredibly experienced and clearly very skilled at administering vaccines, the whole process was smooth and painless. They also took the time to explain everything in detail, which made me feel confident and well informed. I’d highly recommend Medway Travel Clinic to anyone preparing for travel.
  
 
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   Madeleine Mortimer 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Cannot recommend Mandeep enough. He is knowledgeable, helpful, and put me at ease. I would definitely go to him in the future - his advice was in depth and his role as a pharmacist prescriber means he can offer more than other pharmacies.
  
 
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   Leanne Parkin 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Came in yesterday for some travel vaccines. Mandeep the pharmacist was thorough and couldn’t have been more helpful. Would definitely recommend.
  
 
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   Gary Marchant 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. There is one pharmacy here, some very odd opening hours and long lunch break, some parking spaces behind at £2:40 minimum for first hour, if no spaces "walk the gauntlet" through Chatham High Street to get there!!

// FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an appointment before getting travel vaccines?

Patients knowing their specific vaccine requirements can receive them without a appointment fee. If destination advice is needed, a 20-minute appointment is available for £20, which is waived if vaccines are administered during the visit.

How far in advance should I book before I travel?

Aim to book six to eight weeks before traveling. Some vaccine courses take weeks, and Yellow Fever certificates require ten days to become valid. However, many single-dose vaccines can be administered on the same day you book if your trip is imminent.

Can I book a travel health appointment for my whole family?

Yes. We offer family and group appointments so everyone can be seen together. Let us know how many people need to be seen when you book and we will make sure the appointment is long enough to cover everyone.

Do you cover all travel destinations or just the ones listed on this page?

We provide travel health advice for all destinations worldwide. The destination pages on this site cover the most popular locations for UK travellers from Medway. If your destination is not listed, book a consultation and your clinician will advise based on the most current NaTHNaC and Fit for Travel guidance for your specific country.

What if I am travelling to multiple countries on the same trip?

This common scenario is where consultations add significant value. Your clinician assesses each country individually to build a single plan covering all your destinations and transit requirements in one visit.

Can I get antimalarials and vaccines at the same appointment?

Yes. Antimalarials and vaccines are handled in the same appointment wherever possible, there is no need for a separate visit.

// Visit Us

Find Us: Your Local Travel Clinic in Medway

We are easy to find and conveniently located in central Chatham.

Contact Details

Opening Hours

Monday – Friday:

9AM–6:15 PM

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

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// Get Protected Today

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