Starting this July, UK school leavers and first-year university students will be offered a one-off meningitis B vaccine in a targeted public health response following recent outbreaks across southern England.

The programme comes after three deaths from MenB in Kent, Dorset, and Berkshire prompted health officials to act swiftly. Meningitis B remains a serious threat to young people, particularly those entering crowded student environments where the infection can spread more easily. By reaching teenagers and young adults at a critical transition point, the NHS aims to protect the most vulnerable age group and prevent future tragedies. Read the full story →

Today's takeaway: Proactive vaccination campaigns like this one save lives by meeting young people where they are during high-risk moments in their lives.