Do babies receive a meningitis vaccine?
Initial vaccination occurs at 2, 4, and 6 months of age, and an infant will receive another dose between the ages of 12 and 15 months.
Are Canadians vaccinated for meningitis?
There are three kinds of meningococcal vaccine available in Canada. Each vaccine provides different protection: Meningococcal C vaccine (Men-C-C) is usually given to babies and young children. It protects against type C of the meningococcus germ, which used to be very common before this vaccine was available.
Should my baby get meningitis B vaccine?
It is recommended for all kids and teens age 11 and older. Some types of MenACWY are given to younger children (as early as 8 weeks of age) if they have a higher risk of getting meningococcal disease. The meningococcal B vaccine (MenB) protects against a fifth type of meningococcal bacterium (called type B).
Is meningococcal vaccine mandatory in Canada?
When travelling to areas where meningococcal vaccine is recommended or required, re-vaccination with Men-C-ACYW is recommended every 3 to 5 years of age for those vaccinated at 6 years of age and younger, and every 5 years for those vaccinated at 7 years of age and older.
At what age is meningitis vaccine given?
Who should get the meningococcal vaccines? All children ages 11 through 12 years should receive meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) followed by a booster dose at age 16 years. Vaccination is also recommended for all adolescents ages 13 through 18 years who did not receive a dose at age 11-12 years.
At what age should a child get the meningitis vaccine?
CDC recommends routine MenACWY vaccination for: All preteens and teens at 11 to 12 years old with a booster dose at 16 years old. Children and adults at increased risk for meningococcal disease.
How common is meningitis B in Canada?
Serogroup B disease has a peak incidence in children younger than 5 years of age; it now accounts for over 70% of cases in this age group and over one-half of cases in all age groups and was implicated in a Canadian outbreak in 2014 ,Serogroup C disease often occurs in outbreaks with a peak incidence in adolescents.
Is meningitis vaccine mandatory in Ontario?
Meningococcal conjugate (Men-C-C) vaccine Immunization against meningococcal disease is required by law for all children attending school in Ontario, unless exempted.
What age is the meningitis B vaccine given?
Teens and young adults (16 through 23 year olds) also may receive a serogroup B meningococcal (MenB) vaccine. The preferred age to get MenB vaccine is 16 through 18 years old. Talk with your teen’s doctor about meningococcal vaccination to help protect your child’s health.
When is meningitis vaccine given in Canada?
All Canadian children should receive a conjugate meningococcal C vaccine (MCV-C) at 12 months of age, and either a booster dose of MCV-C or of quadrivalent meningococcal vaccine (MCV-4) in adolescence.
Is meningococcal vaccine safe for babies?
The meningococcal B vaccine is safe and effective, although all medications and vaccines can have side effects. Babies who get the meningococcal B vaccine are more likely to develop a high temperature (fever). Other common side effects include irritability, pain, redness and swelling at the injection site.
Is the meningitis vaccine mandatory?
CDC recommends meningococcal vaccination for all preteens and teens. In certain situations, CDC also recommends other children and adults get meningococcal vaccines. Below is more information about which meningococcal vaccines, including booster shots, CDC recommends for people by age.