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Travel Consultation and Vaccines

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Ensure safe travels with our comprehensive travel consultation and vaccination services. Receive personalized health advice and essential vaccines tailored to your destination

Your Health, Our Priority

Traveling is an exciting adventure, but it also requires careful planning to ensure your health and safety. At McConachie Pharmacy, we understand the unique health risks associated with travel and are here to provide comprehensive travel consultation services and vaccines to keep you protected on your journey.


Comprehensive Travel Consultation

Our team of experienced pharmacists offers personalized travel consultations tailored to your specific destination and travel plans. During your consultation, we will:


  • Assess Your Health Needs: Review your medical history and current health status.
  • Destination-Specific Advice: Provide information on health risks specific to your travel destination, including prevalent diseases and required vaccinations.
  • Preventive Measures: Advise on preventive measures, including medications for malaria prevention, traveler’s diarrhea, and altitude sickness.
  • Travel Health Kit Recommendations: Suggest essential items for your travel health kit, such as insect repellent, sunscreen, and first-aid supplies.
  • Prescription Services: Issue necessary prescriptions for travel-related medications.

Vaccinations Offered

At McConachie Pharmacy, we offer a wide range of vaccines to protect you against various diseases that you might encounter during your travels. Some of the vaccines we provide include:

Hepatitis A Vaccine
Protects against Hepatitis A, a viral liver infection transmitted through contaminated food and water. Symptoms include jaundice, fatigue, and abdominal pain.
Hepatitis B Vaccine
Protects against Hepatitis B, a serious liver infection spread through blood and bodily fluids. It can lead to chronic liver disease, liver cancer, and liver failure.
Cholera/Travelers' Diarrhea Vaccine
Protects against Cholera, a bacterial infection causing severe diarrhea and dehydration, typically spread through contaminated water. It also helps prevent Travelers' Diarrhea.
COVID-19 Vaccine
Protects against COVID-19, a respiratory illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It can range from mild symptoms to severe respiratory issues.
Influenza (Flu) Vaccine
Protects against Influenza, a highly contagious respiratory virus causing fever, chills, muscle aches, cough, and fatigue.
Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine
Protects against Japanese Encephalitis, a mosquito-borne viral brain infection prevalent in rural Asia. It can cause fever, headache, vomiting, and, in severe cases, brain inflammation.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Protects against Pneumococcal disease caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria, leading to pneumonia, meningitis, and bloodstream infections.
Polio Vaccine
Protects against Polio, a viral infection that can cause paralysis and is potentially life-threatening.
Rabies Vaccine
Protects against Rabies, a viral disease affecting the central nervous system, leading to brain inflammation and death if not treated promptly.
Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis (Tdap) Vaccine
Protects against Tetanus (muscle stiffness and spasms), Diphtheria (breathing difficulties), and Pertussis (severe coughing fits).
Typhoid Vaccine
Protects against Typhoid fever, a bacterial infection spread through contaminated food and water, causing high fever and stomach pain.
Varicella (Chickenpox) Vaccine
Protects against Chickenpox, a viral infection causing an itchy rash and fever.
Yellow Fever Vaccine
Protects against Yellow Fever, a viral infection spread by mosquitoes, causing fever, chills, severe headache, and jaundice.
Zoster (Shingles, Herpes Zoster) Vaccine
Protects against Shingles, a reactivation of the chickenpox virus causing a painful rash and nerve pain.

Medications to Prevent Travel-Related Illnesses

In addition to vaccinations, we provide medications to prevent various travel-related illnesses:


  • High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE): Preventative medication for travelers going to high-altitude areas. HACE is a severe, life-threatening condition caused by rapid ascent to high altitudes, leading to brain swelling, severe headaches, vomiting, confusion, and loss of coordination.
  • Malaria: Prophylactic medication to prevent malaria, a mosquito-borne disease causing fever, chills, and flu-like symptoms. Malaria can be fatal if not treated promptly, especially in regions where the disease is prevalent.
  • Motion Sickness: Medications to help prevent motion sickness, which can cause nausea, vomiting, and dizziness during travel by car, boat, plane, or train. These medications help ensure a more comfortable travel experience.
  • Traveler’s Diarrhea: Medications to prevent and treat traveler’s diarrhea, often caused by E. coli bacteria. Traveler’s diarrhea leads to frequent, loose stools, stomach cramps, nausea, and sometimes fever, which can disrupt travel plans and cause significant discomfort.

Why Choose McConachie Pharmacy?


  • Expertise: Our pharmacists are highly trained in travel medicine and stay updated on the latest travel health recommendations.
  • Convenience: Located in Edmonton, we offer flexible appointment times to fit your schedule.
  • Comprehensive Care: From consultation to vaccination and follow-up, we provide end-to-end care for your travel health needs.
  • Personalized Service We take the time to understand your travel plans and provide customized advice to ensure your safety and well-being.

Book Your Travel Consultation Today


Don’t leave your health to chance. Ensure a safe and healthy journey by scheduling your travel consultation at McConachie Pharmacy. Contact us today to book an appointment or to learn more about our travel health services.