Meningitis B (MenB)
Meningitis B (MenB) is a serious bacterial infection that can cause meningitis and septicaemia. It's most common in babies and young children, but can affect people of any age.
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Our pharmacy offers the Meningitis B (MenB) vaccination for effective protection against this serious disease. With our high-quality vaccine, you can safeguard yourself and your loved ones from the risk of meningitis. Trust in our expert staff and convenient location to receive the necessary immunization for peace of mind.
Symptoms
Symptoms fever, poor feeding, vomiting, lethargy, and purple rash.
Risks
Meningitis B can lead to long-term health problems such as: amputation, deafness, epilepsy, and difficulty with learning.
Prevention
The MenB vaccine is routinely offered to babies at 8, 16 weeks, and 12 to 13 months. The vaccine helps protect babies against MenB.