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ALT How to get your MenB Vaccine Two doses are essential for protection ✓✓ If you are... Born 1 Sept 2007 to 31 Aug 2008 OR Starting university or eligible residential further education this autumn AND born on or after 21 July 2001 What to do Book online or visit a participating pharmacy Find out more at nhs.uk/book-menb
ALT Asset from UKHSA and NHS about the MenB vaccination. Text says: "How to get your MenB Vaccine. Two doses are essential for protection ✓✓. If you are...Born 1 Sept 2007 to 31 Aug 2008 OR Starting university or eligible residential further education this autumn AND born on or after 21 July 2001. What to do. Book online or visit a participating pharmacy. Find out more at nhs.uk/book-menb"
ALT Illustration of no smoking icon. The text reads 'Smoking. Here's what happens when you quit for good.' The NHS logo is in the top right corner.
ALT Top half: illustration of a pair of lungs. The text reads 'After 8 hours. Your oxygen levels are recovering, and the harmful carbon monoxide level in your blood will have reduced by half.' Bottom half: illustration of a woman with lines representing fresh air near her nose and mouth. The text reads 'After 72 hours. If you notice that breathing feels easier, it's because the tubes in your lungs have started to relax. Also your energy will be increasing.' The NHS logo is in the top right corner.
ALT Top half: illustration of a woman with a hula hoop. The text reads 'After 2-12 weeks. Your circulation will have improved, making physical activity easier.' Bottom half: illustration of a man with lines representing fresh air near his nose and mouth. The text reads 'After 3-9 months. Any coughs, wheezing or breathing problems will be improving as your lung function increases by up to 10%.' The NHS logo is in the top right corner.
ALT Illustration of a woman in a yoga pose, with lines representing fresh air near her face. The text reads 'Your risk of heart attack will have halved compared with a smoker's.' The NHS logo is in the top right corner.
ALT DONT LEAVE IT ON READ Meningitis can become serious in hours Getting vaccinated takes minutes Book your MenB vaccine today
ALT Senior couple using a tablet to book their autumn Covid-19 and flu vaccines through the NHS online service.
ALT Back at university? Being vaccinated will help keep your health on track while you study, and even after you graduate. Check your records for: • 2 doses of the MMR vaccine • 1 dose of the MenACWY vaccine • 1 dose of the Td/IPV vaccine • 1 dose of the HPV vaccine Not protected? Make sure you're registered with a local GP practice, and book a catch-up appointment. Don't forget... The MenACWY vaccine does not protect you against all forms of meningitis and septicaemia, so it's important to be aware of the signs and symptoms and look out for your friends. Search NHS meningitis to find out more.
ALT DON’T LEAVE IT ON READ Meningitis can become serious in hours. Getting vaccinated takes minutes. Book your MenB vaccine today.
ALT Who is eligible for the flu vaccine this year? pregnant women 2- and 3-year-olds (age on 31 August 2026) school aged children (from reception to year 11) people aged 65 and over people with certain long term health conditions, from 6 months to under 65s people living with somebody with a weakened immune system due to a medical condition or treatment people sleeping rough or in hostels/shelters care home residents carers (receiving carer's allowance, or the main carer of an older or disabled person) frontline health and social care workers Speak to your local GP practice, pharmacist or maternity service if you're not sure if you're eligible.