Young people urged to get meningitis B vaccine (opens original article in a new tab)

The UK government is urging young people to get the meningitis B vaccine ahead of university start dates, with two doses available through pharmacies. The vaccine aims to prevent a serious disease that can lead to amputation, hearing loss, or brain damage.

• Sixth formers and students aged 18-25 in England are urged to get meningitis B vaccine
• Vaccine rollout includes two doses offered through community pharmacies in July and August
• Meningitis B spreads through close contact and can cause severe complications