
12/10/2025
💜 World Meningitis Day was the 5th of October!
🧠💉 Protect our young ones — from babies to students heading into halls!
Meningococcal disease (meningitis) is rare but can be life-threatening, causing brain damage, hearing loss, or death within hours. It spreads quickly through coughing, sneezing, kissing, or sharing food and drinks — which is why babies, children, and students in shared accommodation are most at risk.
👶 For babies:
Meningococcal B (MenB) vaccination is free for all babies in New Zealand and given as part of the routine immunisation schedule. Babies are most at risk in their first year of life.
🎓 For students:
If you’re moving into a hall of residence, boarding school, or hostel, you may be eligible for free meningococcal vaccines (MenB and MenACWY). Living closely with others makes it easier for the bacteria to spread — even among healthy people.
💬 Don’t wait — get protected early.
Vaccination is safe, effective, and could save a life. Phone 03 226 6123 to book ☎️