Teenagers should get free NHS meningitis jabs at 15, says new guidance – as rollout to protect more deaths starts

Health officials are now recommending that all teenagers receive a free meningitis jab through the NHS to protect against meningitis B, a serious infection that can cause severe health issues. Previously, routine vaccinations only covered babies, leaving older children unprotected until recently. This new guidance comes as part of an ongoing campaign to reduce deaths and long-term disabilities from meningitis. The move is significant as it aims to ensure better protection for teens who are particularly vulnerable, highlighting the importance of widespread vaccination to public health.