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MenB vaccines available for young people starting university
The government has launched a 2026 one-off MenB vaccine programme, offering MenB vaccines to certain young people starting university. What does the MenB vaccine do? MenB vaccine protects people from getting infected by most strains of MenB bacteria. Protection lasts for at least 5 years. Although it's rare, MenB bacteria can cause serious, life-threatening illnesses including meningitis and septicaemia, which can both lead to sepsis. University students might get exposed to
Sep 9
Protect your family this winter, get the flu vaccine
This winter has been extremely cold and dry, which creates ideal conditions for viruses to survive. Cold weather can also weaken the immune system. This is why more people catch colds and flu in winter. The good news is that the NHS provides a free flu vaccine for people who are more at risk, including those who: are aged 65 or over have certain long-term health conditions are pregnant children aged 2-17, or 6 months+ with weakened immunity live in a care home are a main car
Jan 7
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