Meningitis B Vaccine in Sunderland
We offer the Meningitis B vaccine in Sunderland at Veritas Pharmacy. You can simply make a booking online and attend the clinic at the booked time.We also offer a wide range of other travel and non-travel vaccines and antimalarial.
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What is Meningitis B?
Meningococcal meningitis is an acute bacterial infection that can spread rapidly throughout the body and become life-threatening if not treated promptly. There are several serogroups of meningococcal disease, with types B and C being the most commonly seen in the UK.
The infection spreads through sneezing, coughing, and close contact with respiratory secretions. The bacteria can also be carried harmlessly in the nasal passages of healthy individuals. In fact, around 25% of teenagers and 5–11% of adults may carry the bacteria without showing any symptoms.
Main symptoms of Meningitis B
The symptoms of meningitis usually develop suddenly and may include:
- A high temperature (fever)
- Vomiting or feeling sick
- Headache
- A rash that does not fade when a glass is rolled over it (although a rash does not always appear)
- A stiff neck
- Sensitivity to bright light
- Drowsiness or reduced responsiveness
- Seizures (fits)
These symptoms can appear in any order, and not all symptoms may be present. If meningitis is suspected, urgent medical attention should be sought immediately.
For more detailed and up-to-date guidance, you can refer to the NHS information on what to do if you suspect meningitis in the useful links section below.
Meningitis B vaccine in Sunderland
Since the vaccine was approved in 2015, around 5 million doses have been administered to children and young people in the United Kingdom as part of the NHS vaccination programme.
If you have not received the MenB vaccine and would like to be vaccinated privately, you can easily book an appointment online with our clinic in Sunderland.
The vaccination used to protect against Meningitis B in the United Kingdom is called Bexsero.
We also provide a comprehensive range of travel vaccinations and antimalarial treatments. To ensure you receive all recommended vaccinations in time for your trip, it is advisable to book your appointment 6–8 weeks before travel.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/vaccinations/meningitis-b-vaccine/
https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/advice/disease-prevention-advice/meningococcal-meningitis
The information in this post is for general information purposes. It is not intended to replace a medical advice from a healthcare professional.
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