Meningococcal Meningitis can affect the brain, and transmission of the bacteria occurs via direct person-to-person contact and through inhaling infected droplets. Parts of Sub-Saharan Africa have seasonal Meningitis outbreaks, and ACWY vaccination is recommended for travellers mixing very closely with the local population during these times.

Where is Meningitis located?

Travellers to certain countries are also advised to take the Meningitis C vaccine; for example, people taking part in the Hajj or Umrah pilgrimages in Saudi Arabia, or those entering some African countries.

The Meningitis C Vaccine

The stand-alone Meningitis C vaccine is recommended aged 14 years of age to provide long-lasting protection. The vaccine is routinely administered to infants in a single injection aged 1 year.

What are the side effects of the Meningitis C vaccine?

Some patients might experience soreness around the area where the jab has been administered. Other side effects include feeling tired.

  • In rare cases, people can also:

  • develop a small temperature

  • feel slightly unwell, irritable, weak or sick

  • feel tired

  • have a mild headache

  • lose their appetite

  • have an upset stomach

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