How to get the meningococcal B (MenB) vaccine

The meningococcal B (MenB) vaccine helps protect against meningitis and sepsis (blood poisoning) caused by meningococcal bacteria B.

Each NHS health board in Scotland runs their vaccine programme differently. This is so they can deliver vaccines in the way that best suits local communities.

Your local NHS immunisation team will send you a letter about your child’s vaccination appointment.

Find out how to contact your local NHS immunisation team regarding your child’s vaccination appointment

If your baby is ill on the day of their vaccination appointment

Unless your baby is very unwell (for example with a fever, diarrhoea or vomiting), there’s no reason to delay the appointment.
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Last updated:
07 January 2026

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