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TRAVEL & VACCINE CLINIC<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Today, the Travel & Vaccine Clinic brings together a team of general practitioners, infectious disease specialists, paediatricians and specialised nursing staff in the care of patients. The clinic specialises in vaccinology, preventive medicine and tropical diseases. All team members have undertaken additional training in tropical medicine and \/ or have professional experience in developing countries. <\/p>\n CONSULTATIONS <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Appointments are strongly recommended.<\/strong><\/p>\n Walk-in consultations are available <\/strong>Monday to Friday (limited places per time slot<\/p>\n Waiting times may be long without an appointment… Please book an appointment where possible. <\/p>\n PLEASE NOTE: Consultations for long-haul travel (multiple countries, round-the-world trips) are by appointment ONLY. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n Please note that preventive medication for malaria and most vaccines can be prescribed by your GP, with the exception of yellow fever and those for long-haul travel or \u2018special\u2019 travellers<\/strong> (pregnant women, children, people with health issues, the elderly).<\/p>\n Depending on availability, you may be seen by a GP trained in travel medicine or by a specialist.<\/p>\n Cards Only (Bancontact, VISA, Mastercard)<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Please go to THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT (290 Rue Haute, 1000 Brussels) if: <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_text_color=”#00B9B4″ icon_color=”#00B9B4″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_text_color=”#00B9B4″ width=”100%” custom_margin=”|-198px||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Travel: Preparation” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n It is recommended to book an appointment at least two weeks before departure<\/strong><\/em> in order to:<\/p>\n All vaccinations are available on site, including rabies, Japanese encephalitis, and tick-borne encephalitis (Central European). A vaccination record booklet is provided after administration. <\/p>\n In addition to malaria and diarrhoea, prescriptions are issued and highlighted in many information sources.<\/p>\n Please note: <\/strong>For long or complex journeys, visits to multiple countries, adventure travel, group travel, etc., it is strongly recommended to book an appointment at least one month in advance. <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Travel: On Your Return” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Have you returned from a trip with a health concern?<\/strong><\/p>\n For travellers who have developed \u2013 or experienced while abroad \u2013 a health problem, consultations by appointment <\/strong>are available from Tuesday morning to Friday morning with specialists (including physicians and paediatricians) in infectious and tropical diseases.<\/p>\n In case of an emergency (high fever, etc.), you are advised to attend the Emergency Department at CHU Saint-Pierre for immediate care.<\/p>\n We are also available (by appointment) to carry out post-travel check-ups from a long or adventurous trip, or if you were exposed to specific risks during travel (bilharzia\/schistosomiasis, STI, etc.).<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Preparing for the Hajj \/ Umra” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Each year, in the lead-up to the Hajj pilgrimage, a dedicated service is organised for one month to support pilgrims travelling to Mecca, particularly for meningitis vaccinations.<\/p>\n We offer a warm welcome and personalised advice for these specific circumstances, in coordination with the management of the Islamic Centre in Brussels.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Rabies Consultation” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n What constitutes exposure to rabies?<\/b> Rabies is transmitted through contact with the saliva of an infected mammal, either through bites or scratches, or through contact with mucous membranes (licking)<\/p>\n Which animals are at risk? <\/strong>All mammals outside Western Europe, Japan, and Australia may carry rabies. In Belgium, only bats are considered potential carriers <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Vaccination” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The Travel & Vaccine Clinic provides expert advice on a wide range of vaccination-related topics.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Immunostart” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n The ImmunoStart <\/em>consultation is intended for patients who are about to start, or have already started, immunosuppressive treatment.<\/p>\n Its objectives are to:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Emerging diseases” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Emerging diseases [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Prevention of Female Genital Mutilation” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Healthcare professionals at the Travel & Vaccine Clinic are trained to address the issue of female genital mutilation. They work in collaboration with GAMS<\/a>, and use dedicated tools to facilitate discussion and prevention during consultations.<\/p>\n\n
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\u00b7 Diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease;
\u00b7 Monitoring of global outbreaks (Zika virus, yellow fever, malaria, MERS-CoV Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus, etc.) and European outbreaks (measles, tick-borne encephalitis, meningitis, etc.).<\/p>\n