School Based Immunisation Program for Year 10 students

There is an ongoing Commonwealth-funded program as part of the National Immunisation Program for Meningococcal ACWY, which will be offered every year for Year 10 students.

The vaccine provides protection against the meningococcal A, C, W and Y strains. Only a single immunisation is required. This vaccine does not protect against the B strain. There is a separate vaccine for the B strain which is available through private prescription.

Parents of eligible students will receive a consent form pack from their school to fill in and return. Parents and schools will be notified of vaccination days/times as soon as these have been allocated and details will also be posted on this webpage.

All Year 10 students can receive a dose of Nimenrix even if they have received a Meningococcal ACWY vaccine in the past. There must be a gap of at least 8 weeks since the last dose of the vaccine. Repeat vaccination can offer a benefit by boosting immunity, and does not increase the risk of experiencing side effects.

If you do not wish your child to be vaccinated please sign the consent form in the "no" box and return to your school.

The City of Hobart will be undertaking the program for Grade 10's Meningococcal ACWY at the following schools:

School / College
The Fahan School
The Friends School
Hobart City High School (Ogilvie Campus)
The Hutchins School
Lambert School
Mount Carmel College
Sacred Heart College
St Mary's College
St Michael's Collegiate

For further information, please contact the City of Hobart Health Promotion Coordinator on 03 6238 2711 or email immunisation@hobartcity.com.au.