pneumococcal vaccine

[princess pixiedust]

I want to get this vaccine for my 5 month old and my 6 year old as this can help against a form of meningitis, my eldest who has diabetes had this along with his flu jab a couple of years ago.

My 2 kids are not high risk can they get this or can i get it private?

Any help would be great.

thanks.

[max2002ad]

Have you spoken to your Doctor about your wishes.
Your doctor would be the best person to ask and will be able to tell you the situation at your docotors practice as everyone is different.

[Bendybops19]

Do either have ashma? If so they can have it for free.

I do know that sometimes if a parent is especially worried the doc will give them the flu jab.

As max said go to the docs and ask. Take your children with you in case the dr will do it for you.

If not, private is the way to go.