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Meningococcal Vaccine

The meningococcal vaccine helps to prevent infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis. There are different versions of meningococcal vaccines that are effective against all or some of the following types of meningococcus, such as A, B, C, W-135, and Y. These vaccines are 85 to 100% effective for at least two years.

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My toddler is 3.5-year-old and is it necessary to take vaccines for meningococcus and Japanese encephalitis?

Query: Hello doctor, My toddler is 3.5 years old. Does she require the vaccines for meningococcal and Japanese encephalitis? These vaccines are listed as optional, but kindly guide me as she will start school soon. Please help. Thank you.  Read Full »

Dr. Faisal Abdul Karim Malim

Dr. Faisal Abdul Karim Malim

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query, and I can understand your concern. Yes, these vaccines are optional but advisable for children in endemic areas or regions where Japanese encephalitis or meningococcal meningitis is common or is in an outbreak situation. The vaccines can help...  Read Full »

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