Health Services - Travel Vaccinations
Why Travel Vaccinations Matter
Different destinations pose different health risks. Vaccinations help protect against serious diseases, ensuring a safe and enjoyable trip. Our doctors assess your needs based on:
- Your travel destination(s)
- Previous immunisation history
- Potential health risks
- Personal health conditions
Travel Vaccinations & Health Advice
Stay prepared and protected for your upcoming travels with the right vaccinations and medications. Our doctors provide expert travel health advice, immunisations, and prescriptions to help keep you safe abroad.
Book Your Travel Health Consultation
Travel vaccination appointments involve paperwork, medical history reviews, and discussions on required immunisations. To ensure the best protection:
Book at least 6 weeks before travel to allow vaccines time to take effect.
Vaccines may be given on the same day where possible.
Some vaccines require multiple doses over time — early planning is key!
Further information can be obtained from the Department of Health Website or Smart Traveller.
Port Sorell Medical Centre is an approved Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre. If Yellow Fever vaccination is required for your trip, we can provide:
The necessary immunisation
Validating documentation required for travel
For Yellow Fever vaccinations, book an appointment with Dr Okpachu Mark Echikwonye.
Vaccine Storage & Purchasing Guidelines
Certain vaccines are stored at the clinic, while others may need to be purchased from a pharmacy. If buying from a pharmacy:
- Do not store vaccines in your home fridge — this may reduce effectiveness.
- Purchase just before your appointment and bring them directly to reception.
- Alternatively, request the pharmacy to deliver them to our practice.
Additional Travel Health Considerations
Your travel consultation isn’t just about vaccines! We also offer:
- Blood tests to check immunity levels (avoiding unnecessary vaccinations if high immunity is confirmed)
- Prescriptions for malaria prevention, travel diarrhoea, motion sickness, and jet lag
- General travel health advice tailored to your itinerary and needs
Fees & Medicare Information
PLEASE NOTE: Medicare only covers standard healthcare consultations.
Travel-related consultations, including vaccine advice and prescriptions, are privately billed.
- Fees align with our standard consultation rates and must be paid on the day of service.
Before you take off, take a moment to protect your health. Travel vaccinations help safeguard you from preventable diseases that may be common at your destination.
They not only keep you safe but also help protect the communities you visit. A little preparation now means peace of mind wherever your journey takes you.