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Does adults get meningitis jabs

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It is now given to infants as part of their immunisation schedule. Adults can pay to have it. It does not protect against all strains of meningitis.

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What do it don't protect you

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Hi, you can read more about meningitis vaccines available in the UK here: meningitisnow.org/meningiti...

If you have specific concerns you can also contact our helpline on 0808 80 10 388 (UK) or email helpline@meningitisnow.org

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So it doesn't actually help

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