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Should I Get Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine for Travelling in Southeast Asia?

Wednesday, March 24, 2021 7:46:00 AM Europe/London

The vaccine for Japanese Encephalitis is just one of the precautions you may need to take if you are travelling to Southeast Asia.  This is a high-risk area for the illness and the vaccine for Japanese encephalitis is very effective and will protect 9 out of 10 people who have it.

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Posted in Japanese Encephalitis Vaccination By Touchwood Pharmacy

Meningitis: When to Get Your Teen Vaccinated and How Often?

Thursday, March 18, 2021 7:41:00 AM Europe/London

Meningitis is an illness all parents fear but it is not just a disease that strikes young children; it is also of concern for adolescents in their teenage years which is why school children in Years 9 and 10 and some other young people are routinely offered MenACWY. 

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Posted in Meningitis Vaccination By Touchwood Pharmacy

What are the Signs & Symptoms of Hepatitis?

Monday, March 15, 2021 1:04:47 PM Europe/London

Hepatitis is a generic term used to describe inflammation of the liver.  There are different types of Hepatitis disease, some pass without any serious problems or even many symptoms whereas others can be long-lasting and chronic and will cause scarring of the liver, loss of liver function and sometimes, cancer of the liver.

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Posted in Hepatitis Vaccination By Touchwood Pharmacy

Rabies Vaccine: Who Should Get It and How it Works?

Thursday, March 11, 2021 12:56:45 PM Europe/London

Rabies is not present in the United Kingdom in any great degree; there is a small amount of the disease in the wild bat population. However, if you visit other parts of the world then you may be at risk from rabies depending on where you are staying and for how long. 

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Posted in Rabies Vaccination By Touchwood Pharmacy

What are the Side Effects of the Shingles Vaccine?

Monday, March 8, 2021 8:20:00 AM Europe/London

Shingles is also called Herpes Zoster and is an infection which causes a painful rash. Shingles is related to chickenpox but you cannot catch shingles from someone who has chickenpox.

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Posted in Shingle Vaccination By Touchwood Pharmacy

Viral Hepatitis: 8 Self-Defence Tips for Travellers

Thursday, March 4, 2021 3:16:00 PM Europe/London

You might think that a virus is unavoidable and some are, but viral hepatitis is preventable and you can protect against it many different ways. One of the key elements in the management of hepatitis is the hepatitis vaccination. 

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Posted in Hepatitis Vaccination By Touchwood Pharmacy

The Importance of the Rabies Vaccine

Monday, March 1, 2021 1:12:00 PM Europe/London

Rabies is not present in the UK other than in some of the wild bat population but it is a disease which is endemic in different parts of the world. If you are travelling to certain countries then it is important to take precautions against rabies and understand where the risks lie. 

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Posted in Rabies Vaccination By Touchwood Pharmacy

What Allergens are Tested for in an Allergy Test?

Friday, February 26, 2021 2:36:00 PM Europe/London

There are many different types of allergies but the most common ones that are tested for include allergies to pollen, mould, pet dander, dust mites and foods. Touchwood Pharmacy offers allergy testing in Northolt and also allergy testing in Walsall for quick and accurate results to help you manage allergic reactions plus full pharmacy support and guidance for appropriate treatments.

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Posted in Allergy Testing By Touchwood Pharmacy

How to Choose a Meningococcal Meningitis Vaccination: When Does Your Child Need it?

Tuesday, February 23, 2021 9:00:00 AM Europe/London

Meningococcal infections can be very serious causing meningitis which is an inflammation of the protective membranes that surround the brain called the meninges and the spinal cord. 

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Posted in Meningitis Vaccination By Touchwood Pharmacy

Should the Chickenpox Vaccine Be Offered to All Children?

Friday, February 19, 2021 8:57:00 AM Europe/London

Years ago, children routinely caught chickenpox as a normal childhood illness.  Some parents would even hold chickenpox parties so that if one child amongst a group had chickenpox, they could all catch it quickly. 

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Posted in Chickenpox Vaccination By Touchwood Pharmacy
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  • What are the Side Effects of the Shingles Vaccine?
  • Viral Hepatitis: 8 Self-Defence Tips for Travellers
  • The Importance of the Rabies Vaccine
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