Meningitis B Vaccination
Private MenB vaccination for babies, children and young adults not covered by the NHS schedule.
Meningitis B Vaccination in Battersea
Meningitis B is a rare but very serious bacterial infection that can develop frighteningly quickly, most often affecting babies, young children, teenagers and young adults. Vaccination is the best protection available.
While babies born since 2015 receive the MenB vaccine on the NHS, older children, teenagers and young adults are generally not covered — many families choose to close that gap privately, especially before starting secondary school or university.
Who Should Consider the MenB Vaccine?
- Children who were born before the NHS programme began
- Teenagers — a higher-risk age group for meningococcal disease
- Students heading to university and shared accommodation
- Anyone who wants the reassurance of protection against MenB
What to Expect
A short appointment at our Queenstown Road centre: a suitability check, the injection, and scheduling of the remaining dose(s) in the course. Mild, short-lived side effects such as a sore arm or feeling a little off-colour are common and normal.
Contact reception to check availability and current pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Isn't the MenB vaccine already given on the NHS?
The NHS offers it to babies born since mid-2015 as part of the routine schedule. Older children, teenagers and young adults generally aren't covered — which is why many parents choose private vaccination, particularly before university.
How many doses are needed?
It depends on age — younger children need two to three doses, while older children and adults typically need two. Our clinician will confirm the right schedule at your appointment.
Why is MenB vaccination recommended for students?
Teenagers and young adults are among the higher-risk groups for meningococcal disease, and close living quarters like halls of residence increase transmission risk.
This service includes your consultation, the vaccine or product itself, administration and any associated documentation — so our 20% introductory offer does not apply here.
Ready to Feel Your Best?
Call us, book online, or drop in — our friendly reception team is happy to advise which treatment is right for you.