Meningitis ACWY Vaccine
Call today or book your appointment online for the Meningitis ACWY Vaccine at Orion Pharmacy
What is Meningococcal Meningitis?
Meningitis is when the covering of the brain and spinal cord gets swollen, and it can be very serious. It often happens alongside blood poisoning, which is also quite dangerous. Meningitis can spread through the air when someone coughs or sneezes, or through direct contact with the saliva or mucus of someone who is infected.
What are the symptoms?
Symptoms appear after approximately 10-21 days after exposure and can include:
- Fever Headache
- Muscle pain
- Vomiting
- Sensitivity to light
- Cold hand and feet
- Confusion
- Drowsiness
- Stiff neck
- Pale blotchy skin including a rash
If you suspect you have contracted Meningitis it’s essential you seek medical advice and treatment as soon as you can.
Popular affected travel locations include
- Saharan Africa countries
- Saudi Arabia
Travelling abroad and not sure if you're at risk?
If you’re unsure about the vaccine, have any questions or want to find out what vaccines you need. We’re here to help, book your appointment online or call us on 0208 393 1000.
Get Your Meningitis ACWY Vaccine at Orion Pharmacy
Meningitis ACWY is a vaccine that will protect you from 4 different types of meningococcal bacteria that can cause Septicaemia and Meningitis – both of which can be life-threatening. While all adults can benefit from the vaccine if traveling abroad to high-risk countries such as Sub-Saharan Africa, it is particularly important for those about to begin attending university where it’s more common to catch the condition.
Visit Orion Pharmacy to get your Meningitis ACWY vaccine before you travel of go to university. Book your appointment online a d atime to suit you and visit our pharmacy.