Meningitis B Vaccination

Meningitis B Vaccination at New Milton Pharmacy

We are pleased to now offer the Meningitis B (MenB) vaccination as part of our private vaccination services here at New Milton Pharmacy.

💉 What is Meningitis B?

Meningitis is a serious, potentially life-threatening infection that causes inflammation of the membranes (meninges) surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It can develop rapidly and lead to severe complications such as brain damage, sepsis, or even death.

Meningitis B is the most common strain of bacterial meningitis in the UK and is caused by meningococcal group B bacteria. It spreads through close contact such as coughing, sneezing, kissing, and sharing utensils.

👶🧑 Who is at Risk?

Although meningitis can affect anyone, it is most common in babies, young children, teenagers, and young adults, especially those in close communal settings such as nurseries, schools, colleges, and universities.

Even if you or your child have not received the MenB vaccine as part of the NHS childhood vaccination programme (introduced in 2015), protection is still possible through a private course.

✅ About the Vaccine

• Protection: Estimated to protect against ~88% of circulating MenB strains in the UK
• Dosage:
  • A full course consists of two doses, given at least 4 weeks apart
  • Available for adults and children aged 2 years and above
  • Side effects are typically mild and short-lived (e.g., soreness at injection site, headache, fever in children)

💉 Private Vaccination Price Guide (Estimated)

We aim to keep our pricing competitive and transparent. However, due to fluctuating supplier costs, the prices below are approximate and may vary slightly at the time of booking.

For an accurate and up-to-date price, please call the pharmacy directly on 01425 613971.

💬 Note: Some vaccines require more than one dose for full protection.

📞 Please call us to confirm exact pricing before booking your appointment.

📞 How to Book

At New Milton Pharmacy, we offer private Meningitis B (MenB) vaccination. This is a high-value, special-order vaccine that we do not routinely stock.

You can book your appointment using the booking system on this page.

Before your appointment , we will need to discuss your eligibility and interest in receiving the vaccine. If you decide to go ahead, we will order the vaccine for you ahead of your appointment for the injection.

➡️ Next step:

Please call the pharmacy on 01425 613 971 to discuss this and make payment or deposit. This helps us reduce vaccine waste and ensures your dose is reserved specifically for you.

We’ll be happy to answer any questions you have during the call.

ℹ️ Why Choose New Milton Pharmacy?

• Convenient local service from trusted professionals
• Calm, friendly environment for adults and children alike
• Thorough consultation before vaccination
• Clear information on what to expect and possible side effects
• Support with scheduling your second dose

📍 Visit or Contact Us

New Milton Pharmacy
48 Station Road, New Milton, BH25 6JX
📞 Call us: 01425 613971
📧 Email: mail@newmiltonpharmacy.co.uk

🌐 More Information

For more information about the MenB vaccine and meningitis, feel free to contact our pharmacy team or visit:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/