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Meningitis ACWY

Vaccine in Oxford.
Single-dose protection against meningococcal serogroups A, C, W and Y. Required for Hajj & Umrah pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia. Recommended for travel to the sub-Saharan African “meningitis belt” and gap-year backpackers in close-living conditions.
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Price per dose

£64

Single-dose course · £64 total
NIMENRIX / MENVEO · SINGLE-DOSE CONJUGATE · 5-YEAR COVER
DoseScheduleCover
Dose 1Single dose~5 years
BoosterEvery 5 yearsContinued cover
ICVPHajj/Umrah requirementIssued same-day
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For Hajj/Umrah pilgrims, Saudi authorities require vaccination 10–365 days before entry.
Suitable from infancy — popular for university students and gap-year travel.
Clinical brief · Meningococcal disease

What every traveller should know.

Three things every traveller should understand before boarding.
Meningitis Vaccine
Meningitis ACWY — sub-Saharan "meningitis belt" risk

Transmission

Neisseria meningitidis bacteria spread through respiratory droplets and close contact — coughing, sneezing, kissing, and sharing utensils in crowded conditions like dormitories or pilgrimage gatherings.

Geography

Year-round risk in the sub-Saharan African “meningitis belt” from Senegal to Ethiopia, with peaks during dry season (December–June). Outbreaks worldwide, including Hajj/Umrah where vaccination is a Saudi government entry requirement.

Immunity

A single dose of conjugate vaccine (NIMENRIX or MENVEO) gives strong protection against serogroups A, C, W and Y for approximately 5 years. ICVP issued for Hajj/Umrah on the day.

Symptoms to watch for

Symptoms of meningococcal disease.

Onset is rapid — hours to a few days. Seek urgent medical care if these appear after travel or close-contact exposure.

Sudden high fever

With cold hands and feet.

Severe headache

With neck stiffness.

Photophobia

Painful sensitivity to light.

Nausea & vomiting

With confusion.

Pinpoint rash

Glass-test non-blanching purpura.

Seizures

Late-stage in untreated cases.

Drowsiness

Progressing to unconsciousness.

Eligibility checklist

You should book MenACWY vaccine if…

  • You are travelling to Saudi Arabia for Hajj or Umrah (legal requirement).
  • You are travelling to sub-Saharan Africa’s meningitis belt, especially in dry season.
  • You are a backpacker or gap-year traveller in close-living conditions.
  • You are a university student joining halls of residence.
  • You are aged from infancy — vaccine is licensed across the lifespan.
Severe allergy to a previous dose excludes. Pregnancy and breastfeeding don’t exclude where exposure risk is real. Mild illness — defer by a few days.
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Meningitis ACWY FAQ

Common questions, answered.

At least 10–14 days before departure. For Hajj/Umrah, Saudi authorities require vaccination 10–365 days before entry.
A booster every 5 years if you continue travelling to risk regions. For Hajj/Umrah, check the most recent Saudi entry rules.
The conjugate vaccine itself, pharmacist consultation, and ICVP certificate for Hajj/Umrah where applicable.
All four Oxford branches stock MenACWY vaccine. Same-day vaccination and ICVP are usually possible.
Severe allergy to a previous dose. Pregnancy doesn’t exclude where exposure risk is real.
Arm soreness for 24–48 hours. A minority get mild fever, headache or fatigue. Serious reactions are very rare.
Four Oxford branches · 1 row · book any

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MediPill Botley

📍 9 Westway Square, OX2 9TJ
🕒 Mon–Fri 9–6 · Sat 9–1
📞 01865 247 023
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Headington Pharmacy

📍 207 London Road, OX3 9JA
🕒 Mon–Fri 9–6 · Sat 9–1
📞 01865 765 559
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MediPill Summertown

📍 227 Banbury Road, OX2 7HQ
🕒 Mon–Fri 9–6 · Sat 9–1
📞 01865 558 348
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MediPill Deddington

📍 The Studio, Hudson St, OX15 0SW
🕒 Mon–Fri 9–6 · Sat 9–1
📞 01869 337 583
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