Posted by Michael Wonder on 15 Nov 2019
Meningitis Foundation calls for PHARMAC to protect everyone
15 November 2019 - Following PHARMAC’s announcement stating the meningococcal ACWY vaccine will be available free from next month for young people in close proximity living situations, Pete Rowlands, Director of the Meningitis Foundation says, “This is only one small step to ensuring all New Zealanders are protected against this deadly disease”.
“We are encouraged to see PHARMAC taking this positive step towards protecting our vulnerable teenagers and young adults, and know that by vaccinating this group of people in close living situations, it will make a real difference to the health and wellbeing of our whānau.
“This announcement comes at a time when many students are completing their NCEA 3 exams, planning their move to university in 2020, and accepting a place at a halls of residence.
