Category: Vaccinations Hub

The Vaccination Hub is your trusted resource for everything related to vaccines and immunisations. Whether you’re travelling abroad, starting a new healthcare role, preparing for university or protecting yourself and your family against infectious diseases, our expert guides explain which vaccines may be recommended and why. Explore articles covering travel vaccinations, BCG, TB screening, flu, COVID-19, occupational health vaccinations and much more, all written by the clinical team at Veritas Pharmacy.

TB IGRA vs Mantoux: Which Test Do You Need?

August 22, 2026
Vaccinations Hub

A new job, course, or visa often just says "TB test required." Here's how the two main tests differ and which one your paperwork actually needs.

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What Sunderland Employers Need to Know About Occupational Health

August 21, 2026
Vaccinations Hub

Occupational health obligations often arrive as a surprise. Here's what's actually involved, which sectors need it, and how arrangements work in practice.

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When Should You Get Your Flu Vaccination?

August 17, 2026
Vaccinations Hub

Get it too early or too late and you lose protection when it matters most. Here's the right window for your flu jab, who should prioritise it, and what to expect on the day.

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Vaccination – Tb Screening BCG

August 9, 2026
Vaccinations Hub

Whether you need a tuberculosis blood test, a Mantoux skin test, or the Bacillus Calmette-Guérin vaccine for work, study, or a visa application, this guide explains which pathway applies and how they fit together. Pricing starts from £95, with no general practitioner referral needed.

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Travel Health – Rabies Vaccine

August 8, 2026
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The rabies vaccine is available as a standard three-dose schedule over a month, or a rapid schedule completed within a week for travellers short on time, with pricing from £75 per dose depending on vaccine brand. Pre-exposure vaccination does not remove the need for treatment after a bite, but it significantly simplifies it.

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