Questions and Answers

  • What should I bring with me to the vaccination center?

Insurance card, ID card (or other proof of identity), vaccination card, and a referral from a GP if required.

  • How can I pay?

Cash or credit card. Newly by Edenred card.

  • Do you have access to a central vaccination record?

No centralised vaccination record system exists yet. We only have access to vaccinations given at our centre. Therefore, it is very important that you keep track of your medical records and bring your vaccination card and all relevant documentation with you if necessary.

  • Can I come in without an appointment?

Due to high demand for vaccinations at our centre we currently only vaccinate patients with appointments. You can make an appointment by phone or via email.

  • How do I check vaccine availability?

Check with us by phone or via email.

  • I want to buy the vaccine and administer it at another doctor's or on my own...

Vaccination may be associated with an "anaphylactic reaction" in very rare cases. This is a very rare early allergic reaction to the introduction of a foreign substance into the body that cannot be predicted. However, this condition is relatively easy to deal with in a healthcare facility. Therefore, it is absolutely essential that the vaccinated individual remain under the supervision of a physician for at least 30 minutes after administration of the vaccine and under no circumstances is self-administration possible.

  • What are the limitations of vaccination?

Vaccinations are not given during ongoing infectious disease or when the symptoms of an underlying chronic disease, including cardiovascular, pulmonary, neurological or other diseases, are worsening. In these cases, it is advisable to vaccinate after the acute illness has been "cured."

On the day of vaccination, it is recommended to limit physically and mentally demanding activities (e.g.

Some vaccines cannot be combined or administered within a short time interval of another vaccine. You can find out more on our website or from your GP. In general, an interval of at least 14 days after the last vaccination is recommended.

Specific restrictions apply to patients with immune disorders. In this case, an individual vaccination plan and vaccine selection is usually required.

  • What are the risks of vaccination?

    The most common side effect is pain at the injection site and in the immediate area, as well as redness or mild swelling.

    24 to 78 hours after the vaccination, you may sometimes experience mild "flu-like symptoms" including fatigue, malaise, muscle or joint pain, or increased temperature. However, these symptoms occur in a minority of cases and usually do not require medical attention. Most of our patients manage most vaccines quite well.

    Happily, serious adverse reactions after vaccination are extremely rare. The most dangerous are severe systemic allergic reactions, which develop within minutes of the body coming into contact with an unknown substance. These so-called anaphylactic reactions occur in one to two cases in a million. However, even for such unlikely situations we are properly prepared and that is why we require you to remain under our supervision for at least 30 minutes after administration of the vaccine.

    • I'm allergic, can I get vaccinated?

    Common allergic diseases such as hay fever, atopic eczema or bronchial asthma are not a contraindication to vaccination. If you have allergies to specific substances or foods, please check the composition of the vaccines on our website or call our doctors.

    • I am pregnant - can I get vaccinated?

    Yes! We recommend the flu vaccine in particular, as this disease poses a relatively high risk to both the pregnant woman and her fetus. Due to the transfer of antibodies across the placenta, the pertussis vaccine (or as part of a combined pertussis, diphtheria and tetanus vaccine) can protect the newborn against this highly serious disease.

    During pregnancy, it is generally recommended to avoid travel to exotic countries if possible. In the event that travel abroad cannot be postponed, our doctors are willing to provide individual vaccination recommendations based on a careful evaluation of the risks and benefits of specific vaccines according to the destination and the stage of pregnancy.

    • What about vaccinations and breastfeeding?

    And here, each case must be evaluated individually. However, for the vast majority of vaccines, they are not contraindicated in breastfeeding mothers.

    • I have been vaccinated against tick-borne encephalitis and found a tick - what should I do?

    The affected area should be disinfected, the tick should be carefully removed with a rocking motion (e.g.  using tweezers), the bite site should be washed with soap and water and re-disinfected with an alcohol disinfectant. It is advisable to monitor the bite site and your general health today. If you develop a local reaction (pain, redness, swelling, etc.), a rash or general flu-like symptoms (increased temperature, headache, muscle, joint pain, etc.), see your GP.

    • Will my doctor give me a work pass?

    Yes.

    • Is it possible to get multiple vaccines on the same day?

    Yes, in most cases 2 vaccines can be administered on the same day at 2 different injection sites, usually the right and left arm. The vaccines can be combined in multiple ways according to the appropriate recommended procedures.

    • Can I donate blood before or after vaccination?

    Vaccination is not recommended on the same day after donating blood or plasma. After collecting a large amount of blood, your body is weakened to some extent and you are at a higher risk of not feeling fully recovered after vaccination.

    Most donation centres require at least a month's break between the last vaccination and the blood or plasma collection. However, not all vaccines are created equal. Therefore, we recommend that you check with the appropriate donor centre or our doctors in each individual case.

    • I am sick and I can't come - what should I do?

    You can cancel your vaccination appointment by emailing ockovacicentrum@bulovka.cz or by calling tel. +420 603 380 938

    • Do I qualify for a contribution from my health insurance company when I get vaccinated?

    Health insurance companies usually contribute to commercial vaccinations at least once a year. The amount of the contribution may vary according to the terms and conditions of each health insurance company, so we recommend that you check the website of your health insurance company for details. Our staff will provide you with a tax receipt, a certificate of vaccine application and other documents that are required to claim the allowance from the health insurance company.

    • How do I know when my vaccination is due?

    When you get your vaccination at our centre, you will always receive a medical report which will give you all the information about the validity period of the vaccination as well as any follow-up doses or the need for re-vaccination. For a special fee, we can also provide a vaccination certificate. If you already have your vaccination, please remember to bring it with you. Our doctors will be happy to advise you on how long your vaccinations are valid for. We also recommend that you contact your GP before visiting our centre

    • Can I get a tetanus vaccination?

    Yes. The tetanus vaccination is covered by health insurance companies. Individuals up to 60 years of age are re-vaccinated with a booster dose every 15 years, and individuals over 60 years of age are re-vaccinated at 10-year intervals.

    It is also possible to be vaccinated against tetanus with a combination vaccine that also protects against diphtheria and whooping cough, but this vaccination is paid for by the patient. The cost of the vaccine is between 700-800 CZK.

    • Can vaccination cause autism?

    Based on the results of a number of clinical studies, it can be stated with certainty that there is no link between concurrently used vaccines (or the excipients contained in them) and autism spectrum disorders.