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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.

National Social Prescribing Day 2026

Curious about social prescribing?
Come and meet us at your local library!

Thursday 26th March

10AM TO 1PM

Mitcham Library
Pollards Hill Library
Raynes Park Library
Wimbledon Library
Colliers Wood Library

Stop by and meet your local Social Prescribers for an informal chat.
Learn how the service works, how to access it through your GP, and
discover local groups, activities, and support in Merton to help with
wellbeing, connection, and everyday challenges.

No appointment needed, drop in anytime between 10 am and 1pm

Please note: Individual consultations won’t be available on the day, but our
team will guide you on how to access support.