Rabies Vaccine in Poole: Essential Protection at Everyou Healthcare

If you’re travelling to Asia, Africa, Central or South America, or Eastern Europe, you may be at risk of Rabies — a viral infection spread through bites and scratches from infected animals. Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms develop, but vaccination offers reliable protection.

At Everyou Healthcare, we provide the Rabies vaccine along with expert pre-travel advice to help keep you safe abroad.

📍 Address: 16 High Street, Lytchett Matravers, Poole, BH16 6BG
📞 Phone: 01202631815
🌐 Book Online: everyouhealthcare.co.uk

Why Choose Everyou Healthcare for Your Rabies Vaccine?

• Convenient Poole Location – Easy to reach for Dorset travellers.

• Simple Booking – Book online or by phone.

• Clinician-Led Service – Our pharmacists provide tailored risk assessments.

• Flexible Scheduling – Pre-exposure and accelerated schedules available.

• Full Travel Vaccination Service – We also provide Hepatitis A & B, Japanese Encephalitis, Yellow Fever, Typhoid, and more.

What is Rabies?

Rabies is a viral infection that affects the brain and nervous system. It is spread to humans primarily through the bite, scratch, or lick of an infected animal — most commonly dogs, bats, cats, and monkeys.

Once symptoms appear, Rabies is almost always fatal, which is why prevention is essential.

Where is Rabies a Risk?

Rabies is found in over 150 countries, with higher risk in:

• Asia (India, China, Southeast Asia)

• Africa

• Central and South America

• Eastern Europe

Travellers visiting rural or semi-rural areas are most at risk, especially where access to medical care is limited.

Who Should Get the Rabies Vaccine?

• Long-stay travellers to rural areas in at-risk countries

• Children (higher risk of bites/scratches and may not report them)

• Backpackers, trekkers, and outdoor adventurers

• Veterinary staff, wildlife workers, and aid workers

• Travellers likely to come into contact with animals (dogs, monkeys, bats)

Rabies Symptoms

Once Rabies symptoms appear, the disease is fatal. Early symptoms include:

• Fever and headache

• Anxiety or confusion

• Pain or tingling at the bite site

Later symptoms progress to:

• Difficulty swallowing or breathing

• Hydrophobia (fear of water)

• Seizures and paralysis

Rabies Vaccine Overview

• Pre-Exposure Schedule: 3 doses

  • Dose 1: Day 0

  • Dose 2: Day 7

  • Dose 3: Day 21–28

• Boosters: Recommended every 2–3 years for ongoing risk.

• Post-Exposure: Even if vaccinated, urgent medical assessment is required after potential exposure.

Effectiveness & Safety

• Highly Protective – Provides excellent immunity when doses are completed.

• Side Effects – Usually mild, such as redness at injection site, tiredness, or low-grade fever.

• Post-Exposure Protection – Pre-vaccination reduces the number of doses needed after a bite.

Rabies Prevention Tips

Alongside vaccination:

• Avoid contact with wild or stray animals

• Teach children to stay away from animals when abroad

• Seek urgent medical help if bitten or scratched, even if vaccinated

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Who needs the Rabies vaccine?
Travellers to high-risk areas, especially rural parts of Asia, Africa, and South America.

Q2: When should I start the vaccine course?
Ideally at least 1 month before travel to complete all 3 doses.

Q3: What if I get bitten after being vaccinated?
You’ll still need additional treatment, but fewer doses are required and protection is much stronger.

Q4: How long does the Rabies vaccine last?
Around 2–3 years. Boosters may be required for repeat travellers or ongoing risk.

Q5: Are there side effects?
Mostly mild, such as soreness, headache, or mild fever. Serious side effects are very rare.

How to Book Your Rabies Vaccine at Everyou Healthcare

1. Visit our online booking page

2. Or call 01202631815 to book by phone

3. Attend your appointment at:
   16 High Street, Lytchett Matravers, Poole, BH16 6BG

4. Receive your vaccine and expert travel health advice

✅ Don’t take risks with your health. Book your Rabies vaccine today at Everyou Healthcare — Poole’s trusted travel vaccination clinic.