teenage booster (dtp) & meningitis c (men c) immunisations for all students in year 9 or 10
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Teenage Booster (DTP)&
Meningitis C (Men C)
Immunisations For All Students In Year 9 or 10
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Why Is Men C Necessary?
• These diseases are very serious and can be fatal.
• They can affect any age but usually affect children under 5 years and young people aged 15-19 years.
It protects against meningococcal group C bacteria which cause:
Meningitis (affecting the brain)and
Septicaemia (affecting the blood)
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Why Is DTP Necessary?
Protects against Diphtheria, Tetanus and Polio.
These illnesses are also very serious and can be fatal.
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Are There Any Side Effects?
Both the Men C and DTP vaccinations are very safe but you may have:
• Soreness, redness, or swelling at the injection site Some people experience:
• A temperature• Muscle aches
• Headaches and dizziness • Nausea and vomiting
Severe reactions are very rare and immunisation staff are trained to treat them.
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You Can Reduce Side Effects By:-
• Using your arm normally after the injection
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• Eating breakfast and lunch
• Take pain killers if necessary (Paracetamol or Ibuprofen)
• Try to relax before your injection
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• One injection of DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Polio)
• One injection of Men C(Meningitis C)
How Do I Get My Injections?
You will have 2 injections at the same time. One injection is given into each upper arm.
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What do I do now?
• Take your consent form home and fill it out with your parent or carer.
• Record the immunisations you’ve had in the past on the consent form.
• Return the form to your School Nurse.
Even if you are not having the immunisation, please return the form withyour immunisation history on it.
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Proof of immunisation status is often required for entry to University and
College
The DTP and Men C injections will complete your immunisation schedule.
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What If I Miss The Immunisation?
You will be offered an appointment at the local health clinic.
Ask Your School Nurse
Look on Health Matters
Or visit NHS Choices www.healthmatters.clch.nhs.uk
Any other questions?