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UNDERSTAND THE RISKS

Why teenagers and babies are most at risk

HELP PROTECT YOUR FAMILY

Additional vaccinations may be needed as routine vaccinations may not have your children covered

FIND YOUR LOCAL VACCINE PROVIDER

KNOW THE SYMPTOMS

Why you should never wait for a rash

EXPERT PERSPECTIVES

Hear what the experts have to say

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Are you missing information about meningitis?

Certain meningitis vaccines are available for free on the NHS, however, even if you've had one meningitis vaccine, you may still be missing protection from certain types.

See below to find out how to protect you and your family.

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CHECK WHICH VACCINATIONS YOU MAY NEED
STOP THE SPREAD
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Consider additional vaccinations

National vaccine providers

These national providers have been selected because they offer a meningitis-related vaccination service in over 50 stores across the UK.

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Please note, the results displayed are private vaccination clinics but your family may be eligible for some
vaccinations on the NHS. Speak to your doctor to discuss eligibility.

CHECK WHICH VACCINATIONS YOU MAY NEED

To hear more meningitis stories, visit the following charity websites:

Meningitis Now

Meningitis Research Foundation

A life for a cure

TEENAGE VACCINATION

There are two vaccines available to cover the 5 main types of meningococcal disease:

  1. Meningitis ACWY:
    This is on the NHS schedule and is offered in school to 13 to 15 year old pupils. Teenagers should check they have had this vaccine with their healthcare professional.
  2. Meningitis B:
    This is only offered by the NHS to babies born after May 2015. Teenagers are very unlikely to have received this.

Contact your healthcare professional (doctor, nurse, pharmacist) for more information.

YOUNG CHILDREN VACCINATION

Young children are not offered vaccinations against all types of meningitis on the NHS

Click here to learn what the NHS offers

For children born after May 2015 the vaccines offered by the NHS help protect against the most common types of meningitis



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STOP THE SPREAD

How can you help prevent the spread of meningitis-causing infections?

WASH HANDS

Particularly after using the toilet,
before and after eating and after
spending time in crowded areas.

AVOID SHARING

Avoid swapping cutlery,
sharing drinks or straws,
lip balms or toothbrushes.

COVER MOUTH

When coughing or sneezing.

CONSIDER VACCINATION

Make sure vaccinations are up-to-date.

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KNOW THE SYMPTOMS
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