Meningococcal B (Men B) Vaccination Update

We know many of you have been in touch recently with understandable worries following the meningitis outbreak in Kent. Your health and peace of mind are incredibly important to us, so we want to share the most up‑to‑date information available to primary care. We will continue to keep you informed as guidance evolves.

About the Men B Vaccine

If you were born before September 2015, it’s very unlikely you received the Men B vaccine as part of the routine NHS childhood schedule (unless you had it privately). Please don’t feel alarmed — you can still choose to have the vaccine if you would like this added protection.

While the Men B vaccine is not currently offered on the NHS for older children or adults, many local pharmacies are able to provide it privately and will be happy to guide you through your options with care and clarity.

For parents of younger children, detailed information about the infant Men B vaccination is available in the “Red Book”, which lists all vaccines your child has received and when.

Below is the link to the government website explaining Men B vaccine programme in full:

Meningococcal B vaccination programme for infants: information for healthcare practitioners

Checking Your Immunisation History

With so many people asking about their vaccination records, we want to make it as simple as possible for you to find this information. You can view your full immunisation history — including MMR and all routine vaccines — directly through the NHS App.

How to Check Your Vaccination Record in the NHS App

1. Open the NHS App and log in.
2. Tap “Your health” at the bottom of the screen.
3. Choose “GP health record.”
4. After reading the privacy notice, tap Continue.
5. Select “Immunisations” to view your full vaccine history.

If you have further concerns or need support, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to help, and we understand how worrying outbreaks like this can feel.

Published: Mar 19, 2026