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Malaria prevention travel consultation

A focused appointment to help you understand your risk and plan practical steps to reduce bites and illness while abroad.

  • Clear, destination-specific guidance you can act on
  • Helps you feel prepared before you travel
  • Practical tips to reduce mosquito bites day and night
  • Opportunity to ask questions in a private setting
Malaria prevention travel consultation

Destination-led malaria risk check

We talk through where you are going, when you travel, and your plans to understand how malaria risk may vary by area and season.

Personal suitability discussion

We review your health, medicines, allergies, and any past side effects to help agree the most appropriate prevention approach for you.

Clear plan to take away

You leave with straightforward next steps for bite avoidance and, where appropriate, a plan for malaria prevention tablets and how to use them.

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What To Expect

What this appointment involves

You will discuss your destination, travel dates, accommodation, and planned activities to understand your likely exposure. We will review your health and medicines, then talk through bite avoidance and whether malaria prevention tablets may be suitable. You will leave with a clear, practical plan for your trip and what to do if you have concerns while away.

Fits around your travel timeline

We help you plan ahead so you know what to start and when, based on your itinerary and the options discussed.

Bite avoidance made practical

Get simple, everyday tips on repellent, clothing, and sleep protection that are easy to follow while travelling.

What's Included

What we provide

These are the practical parts of your personalised travel malaria prevention plan.

Itinerary review

We look at your destinations, stopovers, and rural or urban plans to understand where risk may be higher.

Medicines and allergy check

A review of current medicines, allergies, and previous reactions to help guide safe options.

Mosquito bite prevention advice

Guidance on repellents, clothing choices, room protection, and day-to-night bite risk.

Timing plan for prevention tablets

If tablets are appropriate, we explain when to start, how to take them, and how long to continue after travel.

After-appointment summary

A clear recap of the agreed plan so you can prepare confidently before you go.

Transparent Pricing

Malaria prevention travel consultation pricing

One transparent fee for your malaria prevention travel consultation appointment, approximately 30 minutes with one of our pharmacists. No hidden charges.

£10

/ 30 min appointment
Is This Right For You?

Who this service is for

Ideal if you want tailored advice for your route, dates, and medical history, including any current medicines.

Travelling to malaria-risk areas

Suitable for people going to regions where malaria is present and prevention planning is recommended.

Families and group travellers

Helpful when several people are travelling together and need clear, consistent guidance for the trip.

Last-minute travellers

If you are travelling soon, we can still advise on bite avoidance and discuss suitable options based on timing.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions

It is best to book 6 to 8 weeks before you travel so there is time to plan and, if needed, start prevention at the right point.

Same-day appointments

Ready when you are.

Book your malaria prevention travel consultation in under two minutes. No GP referral, no waiting list, just expert care from a qualified pharmacist.

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