Urgent meningitis vaccine warning issued to young people in York

Urgent meningitis vaccine warning issued to young people in York

More than half a million young people remain unprotected against meningitis B, with calls growing for urgent action.

Young people in Bath urged not to miss out on MenB vaccination

Two doses of the vaccine are needed for protection, at least 28 days apart.

ensure young people get their MenB vaccinations

Dr Tom Nutt, Chief Executive of Meningitis Now, said, “With more than half a million eligible young people in England still without their first MenB vaccination, we are facing a race against time to ensure as many as possible are protected against this devastating disease. “We have seen first-hand the tragic consequences of meningitis this year. MenB can strike without warning and progress with frightening speed. The vaccine offers an important …