Overview

The gonorrhoea vaccine helps protect against the sexually transmitted infection (STI) gonorrhoea.

The vaccine is also known as the meningococcal group B (MenB) vaccine, or Bexsero^®, which was originally created to prevent meningitis. It is a safe vaccine that has been given to millions of people around the world since 2015.

You can find out more about the MenB vaccine for protection against gonorrhoea on GOV.UK.

Benefits of the gonorrhoea vaccine

The vaccine reduces the chance of getting gonorrhoea by up to 40%.

It also helps to prevent meningitis and blood poisoning (septicaemia).

Getting vaccinated

Gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men

We offer the vaccine to gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men, as they are at higher risk of getting gonorrhoea.

You need to have 2 vaccinations at least 1 month apart.

If you do not have symptoms and would like the vaccine, book an appointment. If there are no slots available, please check again later.

If you currently have symptoms, contact the sexual health clinic for testing and advice.

Other people at higher risk

If you are at a higher risk of getting gonorrhoea for other reasons, we might be able to offer you the vaccine. Contact the sexual health clinic for advice.