MenACWY vaccine is given to young people at school in year 9, with catch ups until year 11. The vaccine can be offered in primary care from the age of 14, opportunistically or upon request to anyone who missed it at school, up until the age of 25. No additional boosters are recommended. Please check your immunisation record and if you have not received this vaccine please book an appointment with the nurse at the practice – Request an appointment with a nurse or healthcare assistant – Surrey Lodge Group Practice
The Men B vaccine is not offered to teenagers/young people under the national immunisation programme, unless you are in an “at risk” group (from 2 years of age who are at increased risk of invasive meningococcal infection with asplenia, splenic dysfunction or complement disorders (including those on, or to commence, complement inhibitor treatment such as eculizumab)). There is currently no recommendation for any additional Men B vaccinations for young people.
For further information:
Withington Community Hospital provide personalised care, advice and management to women experiencing problems associated with the menopause.
Women can access the service by self-referral.
Telephone (Switch)
0161 701 1555
Direct line
0161 701 1535
Website
Menopause – The Northern Sexual Health
Fax
0161 701 1527
Page published: 2 November 2023
Last updated: 2 November 2023