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Important Information: MenB (Meningitis B) Vaccination for Students Starting Higher Education

Following recent cases of Meningococcal B (MenB) disease in England, the NHS is encouraging eligible young people to receive the free MenB vaccine before starting university or residential further education.

Am I eligible?

You may be eligible for a free NHS MenB vaccination if all of the following apply:

  • You are 17 to 25 years old.
  • You are starting university or residential further education for the first time this year.
  • You missed receiving the MenB vaccine as part of the routine infant immunisation programme.
  • You are entering an environment where you will be living or studying closely with other students, such as university halls of residence.

If you are eligible, please use the NHS booking service below to book your vaccination at a participating community pharmacy: Book your Meningitis B vaccine

Please note that MenB vaccinations for this programme are not provided by the GP practice.

Merton Borough of Sport – Activity Finder

The London Borough of Merton has launched a new Activity Finder to help residents find healthy activities and sports clubs, as it continues its journey to become London’s Borough of Sport.

The Activity Finder website is designed to make it easier for anyone looking to take up a new sport or activity in their area by bringing all our local clubs and organisations together into one easy-to-navigate
website.

From boxing, martial arts and yoga to local football, cricket and hockey clubs, the Activity Finder aims to help residents take the next step, whatever their interests or level of ability.

Visit the Merton Borough of Sport – Activity Finder