What is considered an acceptable meningitis vaccine?

The Meningitis vaccination recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (MCV4 and MPSV4) offers protection for Meningitis groups A, C, Y and W-135. The MCV4 and MPSV4 are the only vaccines currently accepted. Please visit the CDC website for additional information.

The Texas Department of State Health Services agrees with the CDC recommendations.

The American College Health Association Immunization Guidelines agrees with the CDC recommendation.

Created: Dec 13, 2011 - 10:58am Updated: Sep 26, 2014 - 7:14am Author: Web Technologies Article: 2475
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