Meningitis ACWY Vaccine
Call today or book your appointment online for the Meningitis ACWY Vaccine at Miles Pharmacy
What is Meningococcal Meningitis?
Meningitis is an inflammation of the lining of the brain and spinal cord and can become very serious. Meningitis is often associated with septicemia, otherwise known as blood poisoning, which can also be extremely serious. It is spread through the air by coughing sneezing or with direct contact with the respiratory secretions of an infected person.
What are the symptoms?
Symptoms appear after approximately 10-21 days after exposure and include:
- Fever Headache
- Muscle pain
- Vomiting
- Sensitivity to light
- Cold hand and feet
- Confusion
- Drowsiness
- Stiff neck
- Pale blotchy skin including a rash
Popular affected travel locations include
- Saharan Africa countries
- Saudi Arabia
Available Treatment Options
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ACWY Vaccination - We use a conjugate vaccination containing protection against meningitis strains ACWY.
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Vaccine Schedule - The meningitis ACWY vaccination is administered as a single vaccination and offers 5 years protection.
Travelling abroad and not sure if you're at risk?
If you’re unsure about the vaccine, have any questions or want to find out what vaccines you need. We’re here to help, book your appointment online or call us on 0208 393 1000.
Top Tips for protecting against Meningitis
- If possible keep your distance from infected people
- Wash hands vigorously with soap and water or alcohol hand gel.
- Avoid putting your hand in contact with your eyes, nose & mouth.
- Maintain good personal hygiene
- Use disposable tissues when coughing or sneezing and dispose of them appropriately.
People with weakened immunity: Individuals with no spleen or a poorly functioning spleen & Individuals with certain immune deficiencies are more at risk.
Get Your Meningitis ACWY Vaccine at Miles Pharmacy
Meningitis ACWY is a vaccine that will protect you from 4 different types of meningococcal bacteria that can cause Septicaemia and Meningitis – both of which can be life-threatening. While all adults can benefit from the vaccine if traveling abroad to high-risk countries such as Sub-Saharan Africa, it is particularly important for those about to begin attending university.
Meningitis is highly contagious and can be transmitted from person to person via coughing, sneezing, and kissing. It can also be transmitted via close or prolonged contact when living in close proximity to an infected individual.
If you’re getting ready to start University or are preparing to venture outside of the UK, be sure to include a visit to our Miles Pharmacy Travel Clinic in Epsom, servicing areas Banstead, Sutton, Stoneleigh, Cheam, Chessington, and Worcester Park for your Meningitis ACWY Vaccine. Our travel and health specialists can also offer valuable advice on how to prevent Meningitis and other diseases and illnesses when travelling.
