Folkestone Clinic Travel Vaccinations & Vaccines

Yellow Fever Accredited Clinic
Walk-in and same-day appointments

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Vision Pharmacy,
3a/3b Defiant Close,
Hawkinge,
Folkestone,
CT18 7SU
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Opening Hours

Monday: 9:00am to 6:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am to 6:00pm
Wednesday: 9:00am to 6:00pm
Thursday: 9:00am to 6:00pm
Friday: 9:00am to 2:00pm
Saturday: 8:30am to 6:00pm
Sunday: Closed

Travel Vaccinations available at Folkestone

Travel Vaccination Near You 

Situated in the heart of Hawkinge (just next to Folkestone), our clinic is your go-to destination for all travel vaccination needs, offering a wide array of immunisations to ensure safe and healthy travels.

Travel Vaccination Clinic Folkestone Offers Yellow Fever Vaccination

The yellow fever vaccine is exclusively available at certified vaccination centres like our Folkestone clinic. Please remember to bring your passport with you, which is a specific requirement for this vaccine.

Local Travel Vaccination Services 

Dedicated to providing outstanding travel vaccination services, our Folkestone clinic emphasises personalised care, ensuring that each patient receives the attention and service needed to confidently prepare for international travel.

Cholera Vaccination

Cholera is transmitted by drinking contaminated water or eating food contaminated by faeces, such a shellfish. Person to person contact can occur where there is poor hygiene. The cholera vaccine is safe and effective vaccine for those who at increased risk of contracting this potentially life threatening illness.

Diphtheria Tetanus Polio (DTP) Vaccination

Diphtheria, Tetanus and Polio can be effectively immunised against through the three-in-one DTP vaccine. These illnesses have been associated with significant health complications and, in severe cases, can lead to fatalities.

Hepatitis B Vaccination

Hepatitis B is a highly transmissible infection that can result in liver failure and cancer. Fortunately, safeguarding oneself from this infection is achievable through the Hepatitis B vaccine. This vaccine is especially crucial for individuals with HIV and other autoimmune diseases.

Japanese Encephalitis Vaccination

Japanese encephalitis is a potentially fatal viral infection affecting the brain, transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected Culex mosquito. As there is no specific cure for the disease, vaccination is recommended.

Tick-borne Encephalitis (TBE) Vaccination

Tick-borne encephalitis results in a serious infection of the central nervous system, affecting both the brain and spinal cord, potentially leading to complications such as meningitis. Individuals travelling to countries with a risk of TBE should contemplate getting vaccinated.

Rabies Vaccination

Rabies is a deadly viral infection affecting the nervous system, transmitted through bites. With rapid progression, symptoms include fever, aggression and paralysis, leading to near-certain fatality.

Meningitis ACWY Vaccination

Guard yourself against four varieties of meningococcal bacteria, known to trigger meningitis and septicemia. Strongly advised for individuals on the verge of commencing university and for those embarking on international travel.

Meningitis B Vaccine

Meningitis B is a life threatening infection of the protective membranes that surround the spinal cord (meninges) and the brain. It is most common in babies, young children, teenagers and young adults but can affect anyone.

Yellow Fever Vaccination

Yellow Fever is a potentially lethal illness transmitted by mosquitoes. It can be prevented through a single vaccine that provides lifelong protection. The Yellow Fever vaccine is exclusively available at certified vaccination clinics.

Dengue Fever Vaccination

Dengue fever is a serious viral infection transmitted through bites from (day feeding) Aedes mosquitoes carrying the virus. QDenga is an innovative travel vaccine designed to prevent dengue fever.

Hepatitis A Vaccination

Hepatitis A is an extremely contagious virus that can lead to chronic liver disease and in severe cases, death. Hepatitis A is commonly spread through contaminated food and water, making it strongly recommended for many adults planning to travel to specific countries to receive the vaccine.

Typhoid Vaccination

Typhoid fever is a highly contagious bacterial infection resulting from inadequate hygiene practices and the consumption of contaminated water. Vaccination is available to those at risk of Typhoid.
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Vaccines available at Folkestone

Measles

Measles is a highly contagious infection caused by a virus and symptoms include a red-brown blotchy rash. You can protect yourself by having the MMR vaccine.

Mumps

A highly contagious infection, Mumps causes painful swellings in the sides of your face. It is spread by coughing and sneezing and can make some people extremely ill.

Rubella

The Rubella virus is highly infectious and transmitted through airborne droplets spread from the respiratory tract of an infectious person. Inhalation of droplets from an infected person, caused by sneezing, coughing or spitting will cause the spread of infection.

Shingles Vaccination

Shingles is a painful, blistering rash which is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. It usually occurs in one part of the body and can last for several weeks. It may lead to severe and long-lasting pain and scarring.

Whooping Cough

A bacterial infection of the lungs and breathing tubes, Whooping Cough is also known as Pertussis. The Whooping Cough vaccine can help to protect babies, children and adults from the infection.

Chickenpox Vaccination

Chickenpox is an acute highly infectious virus & spread from person to person. The infection is most common in children below the age of ten. The vaccine causes your immune system to produce antibodies that will help protect against chickenpox.
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About the Clinic

About CityDoc’s In-Pharmacy Clinic near Folkestone

Welcome to CityDoc’s in-pharmacy clinic located in Hawkinge, just next to Folkestone. We operate within Vision Pharmacy, on Defiant Close, near to the local Lidl. We offer individual travel consultations and vaccines to the local community.

Why Choose CityDoc Folkestone Clinic for Travel Vaccinations? 

We offer flexible appointments including Saturdays that are easy to book online or via our customer service team. You can get your travel health preparation done with us locally in Folkestone. We are ready to accommodate your needs promptly and professionally.  

Our Travel Vaccination and General Vaccinations 

Offering a broad spectrum of travel vaccinations, our Folkestone clinic is equipped to meet the diverse health requirements of our community. From rabies and cholera to Japanese encephalitis, our experienced pharmacist provides expert care and advice. 

Arriving by Public Transportation 

Our clinic is less than a 15 minute bus ride from Folkestone. The most convenient buses that stop very close to our clinic are bus 16 and bus 73. Our clinic’s central location means that it’s within walking distance from most of Hawkinge.

Arriving by Car 

If travelling from Folkestone, the A260 provides easy access to our clinic.  From the A260, once you have entered Hawkinge, at the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Haven Drive. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Hurricane Way and then turn left onto Defiant Close. You can then take your next right and the clinic will be on your right. Parking is available at our clinic.

Wheelchair Accessibility 

We are a wheelchair-user-friendly pharmacy with easy access from Defiant Close. We also have toilet facilities available for our customers.

Easy Payment Options 

We accept debit, credit cards (excluding Amex) and NFC mobile payments as well as cash.

About the Consultations 

A vital aspect of ensuring safe travel is undergoing a pre-travel consultation. This consultation will be conducted by the pharmacist, providing you with the opportunity to explore essential travel vaccinations, recommended travel medications, and medical kits. Additionally, you can address any health concerns you may have in connection with your upcoming travel itinerary. 

Consultations usually last around 20 minutes, with an appointment fee of £20 covering the professional administration of vaccines. We usually have vaccines in stock which means they can be administered right after your consultation.

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Individual consultation

The nurse or pharmacist will discuss requirements with you so we can tailor the advice to your individual needs: 

  • Your upcoming travel itinerary
  • Your planned activities
  • Your medical history
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Expert advice

Our expert will explain the vaccines, what they protect against, the costs and any other risks. You can choose what to take up: 

  • Your recommended vaccines
  • Your options for non-essential vaccines
  • Other precautions against health risks
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Treatment

You will receive your vaccinations and antimalarials during the same appointment. Some vaccines require several doses. 

  • First vaccine doses administered
  • Yellow Fever certificate 
  • Booking for follow up doses 
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Why choose CityDoc?

As travel health specialists, we deliver personalised care for your travel needs in a safe clinical environment. We take the hassle out of your travel preparation and give you a full consultation and all the vaccinations you need in a clinic near you.
  • Same, next day & weekend appointments
  • Full range of vaccines in stock
  • Experienced travel health nurses
  • 150 clinics & pharmacy partners nationwide
  • 92 registered Yellow Fever clinics
  • Care Quality Commission regulated

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