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What changed about the meningitis B vaccine schedule?

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What changed about the meningitis B vaccine schedule?
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If you or someone you know is getting the Bexsero vaccine to protect against meningitis B, the official schedule for the shots has changed. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its recommendations to align with a new label approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This update focuses on the timing and spacing of the doses. The information provided doesn't detail what the new schedule is, who specifically it applies to, or what research led to the FDA's label change. It also doesn't report on any side effects or safety findings related to the new schedule. This announcement is about making sure medical practice follows the latest official guidance.

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CDC updates meningitis B vaccine schedule to match new FDA label.
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