We are aware of recent cases of Meningitis B in Kent and understand this may be worrying.
The MenB vaccine has been part of the UK routine schedule since 2015 (given at 2 months, 3 months and 1 year). Teenagers receive the MenACWY vaccine at around 14, which does not cover MenB, so some older children may not be protected.
There is currently no catch-up programme, and GP practices cannot offer MenB vaccination outside the national schedule.
Risk to the general public is low, as infection usually requires close, prolonged contact. Close contacts will be identified and contacted by the UK Health Security Agency if needed.
More information available here:https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cases-of-invasive-meningococcal-disease-confirmed-in-kent
