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Thousands of young people are to be offered a two-dose MenB vaccination programme ahead of the autumn term. The Government said the programme would be targeted at young people before they enter further or higher education settings.
The announcement follows concerns about meningitis B and the risk of infection among young adults in communal education environments. The Department of Health and Social Care said the programme would form part of wider public health measures relating to vaccination and disease prevention.
The Government said further details would be provided through NHS and public health channels. The announcement was published alongside information for education, training and skills providers.