NHS England have advised that all GP Practices can now offer a Meningitis B vaccination to the following cohorts of patients after the recent outbreak of meningococcal disease at the University of Kent and the area of Canterbury:
a. Students at the University of Kent who are normally resident on the Canterbury Campus, including those who may have now travelled home. Some staff living or working in these Halls of Residence have also been offered antibiotic prophylaxis,
b. Students in relevant Halls of Residence or other private dwellings who attend other universities in Canterbury and have been advised to take antibiotic due to a close contact,
c. Individuals who attended ‘Club Chemistry’ from 5th March until it closed voluntarily on 16th March.
If you fall under any of the criteria above, please contact our Reception Team on 01452 840228 to book an appointment for a vaccination a.s.a.p.
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