Hib/MenC


This section provides information on the Hib/MenC vaccine.

The Hib/MenC vaccine is offered to Babies usually at around 12 months old.

This vaccine protects against Haemophilus influenzae b and Meningococcal serogroup c infections and their consequences.

The Hib/MenC vaccine does not protect against meningitis and septicaemia caused by serogroup B meningococcal infection, other bacteria or viruses such as pneumococcal or mumps.

Page updated: 28 July 2009

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