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Patient update

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.

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Get to know where to go

With colder temperatures and shorter days – plus all the coughs, colds and bugs doing the rounds – winter can be tough for us all. Our NHS also comes extra under pressure too so it’s more important than ever to know what to do and where to go if you’re feeling under the weather. To find the right service for your needs, go to – Get to know where to go | Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership

Or download this helpful booklet : Get To Know Where To Go leaflet (PDF)

Your local pharmacy can give expert advice on minor illnesses, including over the counter medicines and prescription medicine for some conditions (age restrictions apply) without a GP appointment. For more information, go to the Pharmacy First | Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership. If you take regular medicines on repeat prescription, don’t forget to order in good time before the Christmas and New Year bank holidays.

Your ‘just in case’ winter contact list: