Rabies Vaccine in Great Barr
Protection for Travellers, Animal Workers & Adventure Seekers
🐕 Rabies Vaccine in Great Barr, Birmingham
Rabies is a deadly viral infection transmitted through the bite, scratch, or saliva of an infected animal. Once symptoms appear, rabies is almost always fatal – but it is completely preventable through timely vaccination.
At Beacon Pharmacy in Great Barr, we offer private Rabies vaccinations for travellers and those at occupational risk. Our service is quick, safe, and convenient – no GP referral needed.
🌍 Who Needs the Rabies Vaccine?
You should consider the rabies vaccine if you are:
- ✅ Travelling to Asia, Africa, Central/South America, or rural destinations where rabies is more common
- ✅ Staying in remote areas without easy access to medical help
- ✅ Working or volunteering with animals abroad (e.g. vets, animal charities, wildlife workers)
- ✅ Taking part in outdoor activities like trekking, cycling, or camping in high-risk regions
- ✅ Visiting or living in areas with frequent stray animals
Our trained team will help assess your risk based on your itinerary and activities.
🌟 Benefits of the Rabies Vaccine
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✅ Life-Saving Protection
Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms appear - but 100% preventable with timely vaccination. -
✅ Peace of Mind While Travelling
Enjoy your trip without worrying about stray animals, monkey bites, or limited access to urgent medical care abroad. -
✅ Simplified Post-Bite Treatment
If you’re vaccinated and still exposed, you’ll need fewer post-exposure injections — with no need for immunoglobulin, which is often hard to access in rural areas. -
✅ Recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO)
Pre-exposure vaccination is strongly advised for long-stay travellers, adventurers, and anyone working with animals. -
✅ Safe & Long-Lasting
The rabies vaccine has an excellent safety record and provides long-term protection, with boosters only needed in specific situations.
💉 Rabies Vaccine Schedule
The pre-exposure rabies vaccination consists of:
- ✅ 3 injections over 3–4 weeks (Day 0, Day 7, Day 21 or 28)
If you are bitten or scratched, you will still need medical treatment – but prior vaccination can simplify treatment and make it more effective.
📅 Appointments & Pricing
- ✅ Consultation included to assess travel risk
- ✅ Flexible appointments — ideal for last-minute travellers
- ✅ Administered by trained professionals
- ✅ Travel certificate available upon request
💷 Price: Please contact us for current rates. Full course pricing and individual doses available.
🛡️ Why Choose Beacon Pharmacy?
- ✅ Expert travel health advice tailored to your trip
- ✅ Fast rabies vaccination appointments in Great Barr
- ✅ Full range of travel vaccines available
- ✅ Convenient for Walsall, Birmingham, and Perry Barr
- ✅ Professional, friendly service in a clean clinical setting
📍 Visit Us Today
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Beacon Pharmacy, 81 Collingwood Drive,
Great Barr, Birmingham B43 7JW - Phone: 0121 325 1203
- Email: pharmacy.fnj22@nhs.net
- Book a Rabies Vaccine Appointment Online
📝 Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I still need treatment if I’m bitten after vaccination?
Yes — but you will require fewer injections, and the treatment is more straightforward and effective.
Q: Can I get the vaccine last minute?
Ideally, complete the course before travel, but even one or two doses offer some protection. We can advise on accelerated schedules if needed.
Q: Is the vaccine safe?
Yes. The rabies vaccine is very safe and well-tolerated. Side effects are usually mild.
Q: Is the vaccine suitable for children?
Yes. The vaccine is approved for use in children and adults — ideal for family travel to high-risk destinations.
⭐ Why Choose Beacon Pharmacy?
- Local, friendly team in Great Barr
- GPhC registered pharmacy
- Same-day appointments often available
- Full vaccination records provided for your GP or school
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Our friendly pharmacists are available 6 days a week to support your health needs. You can:
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Book appointments online
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💬 What Our Customers Say
Karen Godwin
Beacon pharmacy is a very special unique pharmacy with amazing staff who offer knowledge & understanding at all levels. It's friendly with a warm welcoming atmosphere.
The shop itself is a must it has just about everything...
Graham Currie
Great pharmacy lovely staff always helpful the only place to get my prescription.
Abbie
Had some travel vaccines recently, staff were so lovely and efficient. thank you again<3
Shirley Douglas
The Best chemist anywhere. Husband and wife are Amazing. They put themselves out to help anyone. Very friendly, they are like family. Had a problem, talked it over with Raj. He was amazing. But so is his wife. Also the staff are so friendly. God bless them all .pity other chemist are not the same ,I would recommend them . Very satisfied customer 👌
Jaspreet Dabb
Was traveling and found myself incredibly ill. Service at this pharmacy was incredible, and the pharmacists are knowledgeable and wonderful people! Thank you for all of your help!
Mark Hevingham
I really cannot rate this pharmacy highly enough. Raj and his team are professional and friendly and the store itself is also neat and fully stocked. Whether asking advice or getting my yearly flu jab, I feel lucky to have such a great pharmacy close to home (and its not THE closest!)
