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Tuberculosis (BCG) Vaccinations in London

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TB & BCG- The Facts

What is TB and what causes it?
Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium.

Tuberculosis complex and it is spread via droplet infection e.g coughing, sneezing. Prolonged exposure to infected individuals is usually required for infection to occur.

Tuberculosis can affect any part of the body but most commonly it affects the lungs.

In the UK the rates of TB have declined. Globally, TB is still common with rates varying country to country. The highest rates of TB occur in Africa (particularly sub-Saharan Africa and West Africa), South and South East Asia, Russia, China and South America.

What Drugs Are Used?

The vaccine for TB is called the Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG).

In the UK, the vaccine is recommended for:

-All infants (aged 0 to 12 months) with a parent or grandparent who was born in a
country where the annual incidence of TB is 40/100,000 or greater.

-All infants (aged 0 to 12 months) living in areas of the UK where the annual incidence of TB is 40/100,000 or greater.

-Previously unvaccinated children aged one to five years with a parent or grandparent who was born in a country where the annual incidence of TB is 40/100,000 or greater.

-Previously unvaccinated, tuberculin-negative children aged from six to under 16 years of age with a parent or grandparent who was born in a country where the annual incidence of TB is 40/100,000 or greater.

How many Appointments do I require?

Previously unvaccinated tuberculin-negative individuals under 16 years of age household or equivalent close contacts of cases of sputum smear-positive pulmonary or laryngeal TB

-Previously unvaccinated, tuberculin-negative individuals under 16 years of age who were born in or who have lived for a prolonged period (at least three months) in a country with an annual TB incidence of 40/100,000 or greater

-Those at occupational risk

-Travellers at higher risk including, those visiting friends and relatives, healthcare workers, long-term travellers, and those who have contact with a person who has active infection.

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Vaccine name – BCG (Facts)

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Live Vaccine given by intradermal injection in the top of the left arm.

Dose

Single Dose: 0.05ml for infants under 12 months, 0.1ml for children aged 12 months or older and adults.

Price

Mantoux Test: £95
BCG Vaccine: £105
Scar Check: £56″

Booster

Although immunity may decrease over time vaccine should not be repeated.

Side Effects

Following vaccination a small raised bump will appear known as a bleb. Sometimes you may have injection site reactions including ulcers, abscesses and keloid scarring. Other side effects include headache, fever and lymph node enlargement.

Special Certificate requirement

None, we can provide a certificate following a scar check or positive mantoux if required for occupational reasons.
 

Special Instructions

Prior to vaccination you may require a Mantoux test to check immunity. Mantoux testing is recommended for the following groups:

All individuals aged six years or over.
Infants and children under six years of age with a history of residence or prolonged stay (more than three months) in a country with an annual TB incidence of 40/100,000 or greate
Those who have had close contact with a person with known TB.
Those who have a family history of TB within the last five years
BCG can be given up to three months following a negative tuberculin test.

FAQs

Are there any complications of the BCG vaccine?
Most people develop a sore at the injection site. Once healed, the sore may leave a small scar. This is normal and nothing to worry about. More serious complications, such as abscesses, bone inflammation and widespread TB are rare
How long does protection last?
Immunity may decline over time but revaccination is not recommended.
Does immunisation hurt?
Not all vaccinations are delivered by needle. But whenever they are, we bring all our considerable expertise into play to make sure it hurts as little as possible. Modern needles are so fine they hurt a lot less than the old fashioned versions used to. You shouldn’t feel anything worse than a sharp prick.
What if I have an abnormal reaction?
We don’t just vaccinate you and abandon you! If you don’t feel well afterwards or experience an abnormal reaction, phone us or come straight back in and we’ll check you out.
Will I get a vaccination record card?
Yes, and it’ll act as a record of the vaccinations you’ve been given. The cards include information about how long the vaccination is effective and your booster dates. If you already have a vaccination record card, bring it to your consultation so we can check your immunisation history.
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Meet the Team

Dr Elizabeth Tuckey

Director
MBBS, BA Philosophy

Kami Soltysik

Travel Nurse
BSc Nursing

Katy Peters

Clinical Director
BN (Hons), DipTM (LSHTM), Dip TM, MFTM

Dr Elizabeth Tuckey

Director
MBBS, BA Philosophy

Kami Soltysik

Travel Nurse
BSc Nursing

Katy Peters

Clinical Director
BN (Hons), DipTM (LSHTM), Dip TM, MFTM

Testimonials

“Quick, friendly, and professional! I also loved the fact that the specialist gave me pricing options (as I had to take a few vaccines at once) and could answer all of my questions.”

Melia Lilembo Mazamba

“Quick, reliable, and well priced immunisation service. Highly recommend!”
Alex Karroum
“Good service – put my mind at ease. The nurse was very good and very knowledgeable so could answer all of my queries. Overall, very easy, quick, and friendly process. Would recommend.”
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