Getting Meningitis B vaccination
Meningitis is a serious infection which causes the lining of the brain and spinal cord to inflame. It can be viral or bacterial and is spread through sneezing, coughing, and kissing. Men B vaccine only protects against bacterial Meningitis.
Who is eligible for Men B vaccination
In the UK any children born after 1 July 2015 would have been offered Men B vaccination as part of their childhood vaccination programme. For anyone before born before that date, we can offer Men B vaccination privately.
How many doses do you need and how much does it cost?
Anyone 11 years old and over will generally need two doses which must administered not less than 1 month apart. The total cost is £300 for the two doses required.
Who is eligible for a private Shingles jab?
To have private Men B vaccination at HA Baker pharmacy you must be 11 years of age or older at increased risk of
meningococcal diseases caused by Neisseria meningitidis group B.
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