There are six groups of meningococcal bacteria – A, B, C, W, X, and Y. Vaccines are available to protect against these groups.
Meningococcal group B (MenB) bacteria are one of the most common causes of bacterial meningitis in the UK. A MenB vaccine is offered to babies as part of the routine childhood immunisation schedule. If your child missed any of their 3 Meningitis B (MenB) vaccines, they may still be able to have these up to the age of 2 years old. If you are unsure, please contact the surgery. A nurse will then review your child’s vaccination records and let you know if they are eligible.
The MenACWY vaccine is offered to teenagers aged 14 years old by the School Age Immunisation Team. If you/your child missed this vaccination you/they may still be able to have it up to the age of 25 years old.
For anyone up to and including 19 years old, please contact the School Age Immunisation Team on:
Heathfield 01273 696011 ext. 2080
Uckfield 01273 696011 ext. 4931
For anyone from 20-24 years old, please contact the surgery. A nurse will then review your vaccination records and let you know if you are eligible.