Travel Vaccination

Rabies Vaccine (Pre-Exposure)

Peace of mind protection for travellers heading to remote or animal-heavy destinations.

What is rabies, and why does pre-travel vaccination help?

Rabies is a viral infection that is almost always fatal once symptoms appear. It's transmitted through the bite or scratch of an infected animal, most often dogs, though bats, monkeys, and other mammals can also carry it depending on the region.

Pre-exposure vaccination doesn't remove the need for treatment after a bite, but it simplifies and shortens the post-bite treatment required, which matters most in places where rabies immunoglobulin or reliable emergency care may be hard to reach quickly.

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Who should consider pre-exposure vaccination?

Travellers to remote or rural destinations

Where prompt medical treatment may be harder to access.

Long-stay travellers, volunteers, and expatriates

Extended time increases cumulative exposure risk.

Those working with or around animals

Including vets, conservation workers, and farm work.

Adventure travellers, cyclists, and runners

Time spent outdoors in animal-heavy areas.

The vaccine at a glance

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Three-Dose Course

Spread across roughly three to four weeks.

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Accelerated Option Available

A faster schedule can suit last-minute travel plans.

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Simplifies Post-Bite Care

Fewer follow-up doses are needed if you're bitten later.

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Removes a Hard-to-Find Step

Pre-vaccination usually means immunoglobulin isn't needed afterwards.

Completing your course: what to expect

1. Book a pre-travel consultation

We'll discuss your itinerary and how much exposure risk it involves.

2. Receive your first dose

The first injection in your three-dose course.

3. Complete doses two and three

Spaced across the following weeks according to your schedule.

4. Travel with confidence

And know exactly what to do if you're bitten or scratched.

Questions about the rabies vaccine

Does this mean I don't need treatment if I'm bitten?

No. You'll still need urgent medical attention and further vaccine doses, but this course reduces what's needed and buys you valuable time.

Is there a faster schedule if I'm travelling soon?

Yes, an accelerated course can complete faster. Ask about this during your consultation.

What should I do if an animal bites or scratches me abroad?

Wash the wound thoroughly with soap and water immediately and seek medical care as soon as possible, regardless of your vaccination status.

How long does protection last?

Several years, though this depends on your ongoing exposure risk. Boosters may be recommended for high-risk repeat travellers.

Ready to start your rabies course?

Book your consultation or first dose in a couple of minutes.