Meningitis shots @
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Meningococcal Meningitis is a bacteria transmitted by aerosol droplets. This
illness is rare in North America but outbreaks have occurred.
High risk groups identified include
College age Students living on and off campuses
Military Recruits
Correctional Institutions
These are all groups that have young adults clustered together. Some American
universities require meningitis immunization prior to admission, although
this is not consistent. For these people meningitis vaccines that are conjugated
and that protect against meningitis type A are recommended, and give very
long protection.
Outside of North America other types of meningitis exist and a different
vaccine is needed. Menemune gives protection against types a, c, w-135, and
y but is only effective for about 3 yrs (different countries estimate between
2-5 years).
Meningitis immunization with Menemune is recommended for travelers with
"extended contact" going to: The Sub-Saharan African "meningitis belt"
Other countries including Nepal and Outer Mongolia but to a much lesser degree.
This list may change so please check with us regarding up to date recommendations.
Meningitis Vaccination is required for all travelers to Saudi Arabia for entry
Frequently pilgrims and business travellers require meningitis vaccination
at the last minute. As this is one of the urgencies in travel medicine please
contact us quickly if you need this vaccine so that we may obtain enough of
it to meet your needs.
