Glenroy College Year 10 immunisation
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Year 10 Meningococcal ACWY vaccination
Our immunisation nurses will visit Glenroy College on Monday 20 July to give the Meningococcal ACWY (Nimenrix) vaccine to Year 10 students.
To give your consent for your child, please visit the online consent form. If you don't want your child to have the vaccines at school, please see the frequently asked questions for your options.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Meningococcal disease is caused by bacteria. It is uncommon but can become very serious, very quickly.
About 10% of the population carry meningococcal disease in their throat without becoming sick. Meningococcal is spread between people by regular, close, prolonged household and intimate contact.
Adolescents are at increased risk of meningococcal disease and spreading it to others. Invasive meningococcal disease occurs when the bacteria enters the blood stream to cause septicaemia (blood infection) or meningitis (inflammation of membrane surrounding brain).
The disease can cause complications that may result in permanent disabilities through loss of limbs, deafness, blindness, scarring, kidney or liver failure. Death can occur in 10% of cases.
There are different strains of meningitis. The vaccine offered at school protects from 4 strains (A, C, W & Y). It is highly recommended and in studies has shown to give up to 97% immunity in adolescents.
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- Visit the booking link
- Read and click “next”
- Enter your mobile number
- A one-time password will be sent to your mobile
- Enter the password
- Confirm your student’s school details and year level. Enter the class if you know it.
- Enter your student’s details
- Next to the name of the vaccine select EDIT
- From the dropdown box select YES, granted.
- Add your details
- Add a message if required – leave it blank if this doesn’t apply
- Review the information you’ve supplied, and press confirm
- Record the confirmation code – you’ll need it if you want to log back in and change your consent. You will also receive a confirmation email with the code and consent details.
- Call Merri-bek City Council immunisation on 92401111 and select 2, then 2 again for immunisation if you are having issues consenting and require assistance over the phone.
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Most side effects are minor and disappear quickly. They can be managed with extra fluids, taking paracetamol, and using a cold compress on the arm. If the following reactions occur, it will be soon after the vaccination.
Common side effects:
Mild temperature, headache, dizziness, loss of appetite, pain, redness & swelling at the injection siteFainting may occur up to 30 minutes after any vaccination.
Extremely rare side effects:
In the event of a severe allergic reaction, immediate medical attention will be given. If reactions are severe or persistent, or if you are worried, contact your doctor or hospital.For more information on the secondary school program, visitSecondary School Immunisation Program - Better Health Channel
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If you prefer to have your child immunised elsewhere, you’re welcome to book them in to your doctor, your local council or at Merri-bek City Council. The vaccine is free of charge for this age group. Appointments for our community sessions can be made here Immunisation (merri-bek.vic.gov.au) It’s helpful to let your student know that they won’t have the vaccine at school if you are booking elsewhere.
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Meningococcal B (Bexsero) vaccination is also strongly recommended for this age group and is available through Merri-bek City Council at community sessions, or your local doctor. This is a paid vaccine and Merri-bek City Council charge $134 per dose. Meningococcal B (Bexsero) is a two-dose course. Appointments can be made here Immunisation (merri-bek.vic.gov.au)
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More information about Year 10 immunisation
If you need more information about Year 10 immunisation, please contact our Immunisation team. You can email them at Immunisation@merri-bek.vic.gov.au, or call them on 9240 1111 (select option 2, then select option 1).