Meningitis B Vaccination

Meningococcal group B (MenB) disease can cause serious illnesses including meningitis and septicaemia. A time-limited vaccination programme is currently available for eligible young people, including those starting university or certain residential further education courses for the first time in Autumn 2026.

At MediCare Pharmacy Group, trained pharmacists can provide the MenB vaccine to eligible patients as part of the NHS Community Pharmacy Vaccination Service.

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How does the MediCare MenB Vaccination Service work?

Appointments are available at MediCare, Newell Road, Dungannon.

During your appointment:

  • Our pharmacist will confirm that you meet the eligibility criteria for the service.
  • We’ll ask about your medical history and any previous MenB vaccinations you may have received.
  • You’ll have the opportunity to discuss the vaccine and ask any questions.
  • If suitable, the pharmacist will administer your MenB vaccination.
  • We’ll advise you when your next dose is due, where required.

The MenB vaccine used as part of the programme is Bexsero®. Most eligible patients who have not previously received MenB vaccination will require two doses, given at least four weeks apart.

Who is eligible for the MenB Vaccination Service?

You may be eligible if you:

  • were born between 2nd July 2007 and 1 July 2008; or
  • are aged up to and including 25 years and will be entering eligible higher education or residential further education for the first time in Autumn 2026.

This includes eligible students starting undergraduate higher education in the UK or Ireland for the first time, including international students.

Full eligibility will be confirmed by the pharmacist before vaccination.

What should I bring to my appointment?

Please bring:

  • a suitable form of identification
  • where applicable, evidence that you will be starting eligible higher education or residential further education for the first time in Autumn 2026.

You do not need to know your Health and Care Number to receive the vaccination.

What happens after my vaccination?

You may experience some temporary side effects following vaccination. Common effects include:

  • Pain, swelling or redness around the injection site;
  • Headache
  • Muscle or joint aches;
  • Nausea
  • Generally feeling unwell

These effects will usually improve within one or two days. Your pharmacist will provide you with further advice and a Patient Information Leaflet following vaccination.

It is important to remember that MenB vaccination does not protect against every cause of meningitis or septicaemia. You should still seek urgent medical attention if you develop symptoms which could indicate meningitis or septicaemia.

When is the service available?

This is a time-limited vaccination programme.

First doses can be provided until 31st December 2026, with second doses available until 31st March 2027.