Meningococcal B Vaccine

Description

Meningococcal disease is a potentially deadly infection that often presents with symptoms similar to a cold in its early stages, making it difficult to recognize. This infection can quickly lead to severe health issues, including meningitis, long-term disabilities, and even death. Therefore, receiving the B meningococcal vaccine is a critical measure for preventing this dangerous disease. Understanding the importance of this vaccine, its modes of transmission, and high-risk groups can help protect you and your family.

• Meningococcal B Vaccine (Three Doses) for infants aged 2 to 23 months – $5,100 (Including a doctor’s consultation)
• Meningococcal B Vaccine (Two Doses) for children aged 2 years and above – $3,500 (Including a doctor’s consultation)
• Meningococcal B Vaccine (One Dose) for booster vaccination – $2,100 (Including a doctor’s consultation)

Bacterial meningitis caused by Neisseria meningitidis can lead to invasive meningococcal disease. Its early symptoms are difficult to diagnose and can easily be confused with the common cold.

• Fever
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Skin rash

Meningococcal infection can be life-threatening or result in long-term disabilities

• One out of every ten patients dies from meningococcal infection.
• One out of every five patients may experience severe long-term disabilities, including brain damage, hearing loss, and limb loss.

Modes of Transmission

• Sneezing, coughing
• Close physical contact
• Sharing food and drinks
• Meningococcal bacteria can survive in the throat and nose.
• Approximately one-tenth of the population are long-term carriers.
• Teenagers and young adults have the highest carrier rates.

High-risk Groups

Children and Teenager

• Children aged 5 or below : Immature immune systems
• Teenager aged 15-25 : Changes in social behavior combined with close physical contact increase the risk

Meningococcal Group B Vaccine

• Approved by the US FDA and the European Medicines Agency (EMA)
• The only Meningococcal Group B Vaccine available for infants and young children below 10 years of age
• Contains 4 antigens for broader protection

Recommended vaccination schedule

Instructions for use:

• Must be used on or before the expiration date.
• Please show your confirmation information, order number, registered full name and phone number for verification

Booking Process and Terms & Conditions：

• Customers will receive a confirmation email for successful payment after purchasing a vaccination from the Trinity Medical Centre online store. Trinity Medical Centre will contact customers during subsequent business hours to schedule the time and location for the vaccination appointment. Customers may also contact us for an appointment after order confirmation (Tel: 2192 7022 or Email: tmc@trinitymedical.com.hk).
• This package is exclusively available on Trinity Medical Centre’s online store and must be conducted at designated Trinity Medical Centres. It cannot be used with other promotions. The offer is non-transferable, non-refundable, and cannot be exchanged for full or partial cash value.
• Customers are required to make an appointment for and complete the first dose of the vaccine within 90 days from the date of purchase. If the vaccine requires only a single dose, it must be completed within this timeframe. All vaccinations (multi-dose) must be completed within 6 months from the date of the first dose; otherwise, they will become void.
• If this voucher or the confirmation email is lost or stolen, we will not accept any liability and will not provide any reissue in such case.
• All customers must present identification documents and the successful payment confirmation email during registration at the centre to be eligible for the service.
• If a parent or guardian purchases the service for a minor, the service user must accompany the parent or guardian to the centre for the examination.
• For any inquiries, please call 2192 7022 or email tmc@trinitymedical.com.hk.
• Trinity Medical Centre reserves the right to amend the terms and conditions without prior notice.
• In case of any disputes, Trinity Medical Centre reserves the right of final decision.