Meningococcal B (Men B) vaccination catch-up program for Aboriginal children

The meningococcal B (Men B) vaccination catch-up program for Aboriginal children has been extended indefinitely.

Who is eligible for funded meningococcal B vaccine?

• Bexsero is provided under the NIP for Aboriginal infants at 6 weeks, 4 months, and 12 months of age, and for ongoing catch-up vaccination for Aboriginal children under 2 years of age.
• Some Aboriginal children who have certain at-risk conditions may need an extra dose at 6 months of age.
• All people with asplenia, hyposplenia, complement deficiency and treatment with exculizumad.

Where do I find further information?

• NSW Health Immunisation Schedule
• Australian Immunisation Handbook
• Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care
• National Centre for Immunisation Research and Surveillance (NCIRS)
• Contact your local Public Health Unit on 1300 066 055

Where do I get printed copies of the NSW immunisation schedule?

Immunisation providers may order the updated NSW Immunisation Schedule, A3 poster and fridge basket stickers by completing the NSW Immunisation Resource Order Form and sending to the Better Health Centre, either via email at nslhd-bhc@health.nsw.gov.au or fax on (02) 9887 5452.