Meningitis ACWY Vaccination
Meningitis is passed from person to person who are in close contact via nasal or throat droplets, for example by coughing, sneezing or kissing. The meningitis ACWY vaccination protects you against infection from the A, C, W and Y types of bacteria.
If you are a parent or guardian of the child you are bringing in for treatment, please bring photo ID to confirm that you are a legal guardian for that child. If you do not bring the appropriate documentation required, we may not be able to provide the service required on the day.
About the vaccine
When to get vaccinated
If you are getting vaccinated prior to going to a risk area you should aim to get the jab at least two weeks before.
Boosters
Boosters aren’t currently recommended. However, you can get a booster five years after your last jab if you need it for a meningitis ACWY certificate.
How it is given
Injection in the upper arm.
Side effects
The ACWY vaccine can cause mild side effects, such as redness and swelling at the injection site and tiredness. Some people also report having a high temperature as a result of the injection.
Children
The vaccine can be given from birth.
Additional precautions
Early treatment is vital – if you or a fellow traveller show symptoms of meningitis, seek medical attention immediately. The ACWY vaccine does not protect against meningitis B.
Risk if you contract the disease
Meningitis can cause an inflammation of the tissue around the spinal cord and brain. This can result in brain damage and death.
Book Travel Vaccine in Hornsey Road Pharmacy
- Hornsey Road Pharmacy and Travel Clinic, 84 Holloway Rd, London N7 7NN, United Kingdom
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Hornsey Road Pharmacy and Travel Clinic, 84 Holloway Rd, London N7 7NN, United Kingdom
02076090439
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Prices
Per Dose
£55 per dose
Doses per course
2
Full course upfront
£110