Following several cases of meningitis in the Rennes area, the Regional Health Agency (ARS) of Brittany is organising a vaccination campaign against meningococcal B meningitis for 15-24 year olds living, studying or working in the metropolitan area.

Are you aged between 15 and 24? Get vaccinated!

The vaccination campaign will start on Thursday 6 March 2025 and will run for several weeks.

It is strongly recommended if you are in the target group identified by the experts, i.e. 15-24 year olds living or studying in the Rennes Métropole area.

What is meningococcus B?

Meningococcus B is a bacterium found in the throat and nose. It causes invasive meningococcal infections, which can be serious. It is contagious and can be transmitted through the air (droplets) or saliva, in the event of close and prolonged contact with a carrier.

Invasive meningococcal B infections cause the following symptoms: severe headaches, appearance of red or purplish spots on the skin, confusion/drowsiness, stiff neck, sensitivity to bright light, high fever, nausea/vomiting, muscle and joint pain.

In case of symptoms, call 15.