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symptoms of japanese encephalitis

What are the Primary Symptoms of Japanese Encephalitis?

Japanese encephalitis or JE is a viral brain infection and it is an illness without a cure so if you are visiting parts of the world where it is endemic then you should have a vaccination before you go. Touchwood Pharmacy offers the Japanese Encephalitis vaccination at our clinics in

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Rabies Vaccine - Touchwood Pharmacy

What Is the Right Time to Have the Rabies Vaccine?

The right time to have the rabies vaccine is about one month before you plan to travel, this is because the vaccine is administered in three doses and usually over a period of 28 days. Touchwood Pharmacy offers the rabies vaccination at their clinic in Streatham and we also offer

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Typhoid fever - Touchwood Pharmacy

Can Typhoid Be Permanently Prevented?

  There are two vaccinations available in the UK which can provide some protection against typhoid but they are not a complete barrier against the disease. Typhoid fever is a bacterial infection which can spread rapidly throughout the body and without prompt treatment, can be fatal.  Vaccination is recommended for

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Botox Injections - Touchwood Pharmacy

Is it Safe to Take Botox Injections?

As we grow older, our appearance and body inevitably begin to change. When it comes to the face, some of the most noticeable changes are lines and wrinkles such as crow’s feet and laugh lines. While wrinkles are a completely natural part of life, their appearance can be distressing and

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Learn about Yellow Fever

Everything you Need to Know About Yellow Fever

Yellow fever is a very serious infection that is contracted through bites from contaminated mosquitos. It is only found in specific areas of the world such as South America, Central America, the Caribbean, and parts of sub-Saharan Africa.  Infected mosquitos can be found everywhere throughout these regions, with people contracting

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rabies symptoms

What are the Signs and Symptoms of Rabies?

Rabies is a very serious disease that can still be found across the globe. Even though it is not as common as it once was, once the rabies symptoms appear, it is almost always fatal.  It is still very important to understand the disease and how to prevent it. Rabies

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HPV vaccine - Touchwood Pharmacy

Benefits & Contraindications Of The HPV Vaccine

The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a common viral infection in the UK and also the leading cause of cervical cancer in women. There are over 100 varieties of the HPV virus, such as the kind that cause verruca, but usually the type being referred to is genital HPV. Genital HPV

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Information On Chickenpox Vaccine

Why Do People Need the Chickenpox Vaccine?

Chickenpox, also known as Varicella Disease, is a highly contagious viral disease that is most associated with its tell-tale itchy rash. It is caused by the varicella-zoster virus and mainly affects children, but people of any age can contract it. Once exposed to the virus, symptoms of chickenpox will appear

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