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Meningitis B Vaccine in Poole
Private clinician-led Bexsero vaccination at Clarendon Health, Poole, Dorset.
At Clarendon Health, we offer the Meningitis B vaccine, Bexsero, in a safe, professional and private clinical setting. This vaccine helps protect against meningococcal group B bacteria, one of the most serious causes of bacterial meningitis in the UK.
Our Meningitis B vaccination service is suitable for adults, young people, university students, travellers, and individuals who were not eligible for the NHS childhood vaccination programme.
Book an appointment or contact our team on 01202 761120.
Why choose Clarendon Health for the Meningitis B vaccine?
Unlike a high street pharmacy, Clarendon Health provides vaccination within a private medical clinic. This means your care is delivered in a calm and professional environment, with clinician oversight and access to wider medical support if needed.
- Clinician-led vaccination service
- Private medical clinic environment
- Individual suitability assessment
- Appointments for adults, students and travellers
- Convenient Poole location with on-site parking
What is the Meningitis B vaccine?
The Meningitis B vaccine, also known as Bexsero, helps protect against meningococcal group B bacteria. This type of infection can lead to serious illness, including:
- Meningitis, infection of the lining of the brain and spinal cord
- Septicaemia, blood poisoning
- Severe complications requiring urgent treatment
Early protection is important, particularly for people in higher-risk settings such as shared accommodation, university, or some travel situations.
Who may benefit from the Meningitis B vaccine?
The vaccine may be appropriate for:
- Adults seeking private protection against Meningitis B
- Young people and university students
- Travellers depending on destination and circumstances
- Individuals who were not eligible for NHS vaccination in infancy
Suitability should always be assessed on an individual basis. Our team can advise whether Meningitis B vaccination is appropriate for you.
How many doses are needed?
Most adults require 2 doses of the Meningitis B vaccine, usually given one month apart.
We can advise on the appropriate schedule at the time of booking or during your appointment.
Pricing
£140 per dose
£260 for a full 2-dose course
If you have any questions about suitability, timing, or combining this with other vaccines, please contact our team.
Important information
The Meningitis B vaccine protects specifically against group B meningococcal bacteria. It does not protect against groups A, C, W, or Y.
In some cases, a separate MenACWY vaccine may also be recommended. This is particularly relevant for students and some travellers.
Common side effects can include soreness at the injection site, headache, fever, tiredness, and muscle aches. These are usually mild and short-lived.
Meningitis protection for students
Students entering university, especially those moving into halls of residence or shared accommodation, may wish to consider meningitis vaccination.
At Clarendon Health, we can advise on:
- Meningitis B vaccination
- Whether MenACWY vaccination should also be considered
- A suitable private vaccination plan
Travel vaccination advice
Meningitis vaccination may be relevant for some travel destinations and circumstances. We can advise whether Meningitis B, MenACWY, or other travel vaccines should be considered as part of a wider travel health plan.
Book your Meningitis B vaccine in Poole
To arrange an appointment, please contact Clarendon Health:
Clarendon Health
111 Longfleet Road
Poole
Dorset
BH15 2HP
Telephone: 01202 761120
Email: hello@clarendonhealth.co.uk
Our team will be happy to help with availability, pricing, and suitability.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Meningitis B vaccine, also known as Bexsero, helps protect against meningococcal group B bacteria, which can cause serious infections such as meningitis and septicaemia.
The vaccine may be suitable for adults, young people, university students, travellers, and individuals who were not eligible for the NHS childhood vaccination programme. Suitability should be assessed by a clinician.
Most adults require 2 doses of the Meningitis B vaccine, usually given one month apart.
No. The Meningitis B vaccine protects specifically against meningococcal group B bacteria. It does not protect against groups A, C, W, or Y, which may require a separate MenACWY vaccine.
Common side effects can include soreness at the injection site, headache, fever, tiredness, and muscle aches. Most side effects are mild and short-lived.
Yes, university students can arrange the Meningitis B vaccine privately if appropriate. This may be particularly relevant for students preparing to start university or live in shared accommodation.
Some travellers may benefit from meningitis vaccination depending on their destination and circumstances. A clinician can advise whether Meningitis B, MenACWY, or other travel vaccines are recommended.
Clarendon Health offers the Meningitis B vaccine in Poole, Dorset, in a private clinician-led setting.