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2021-05-26 04:15:10
I had my baby vaccination done for 9th month which includes MMR1 and opv.. but a while taking 7 month vaccine doctor in my hometown Bihar added that meningococcal to be taken during 9th month.. I am in banglore now and yesterday when I went for vaccination doctor said that is optional and would not recommend to take it.. so confusion here that whether it should be mandatory or we can leave it..
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It’s optional but highly recommended.

Answered2021-05-26 09:44:14

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It's an optional vaccine. But I'd recommend that you take it considering the situation that you travel frequently to Bihar.

Answered2021-05-26 06:00:38

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It is your choice, in Bihar, UP meningococcal vaccination is required. So if is your home town or you visit regularly then I suggest to take it. Otherwise it is optional

Answered2021-05-26 04:22:14

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