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I am not sure if i ever had the vaccine for bacterial meningitis. is it safe to get it for a second time?
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Yes: It would not be a problem to have it given several times. There would likely be a modest benefit of boosting immunity if you did. If I was in an at risk population I would probably get it every 5 years just to be well protected.
Answered 4/24/2016
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