Attention Wisconsin Parents: Meningitis Vaccine Required for 2024–2025 School Year

Meningococcal Vaccination is Now a Requirement for All Wisconsin Public School Students

Summer break is almost over, and back-to-school season is here. Make sure your kids are ready to take on the school year and have all their required vaccinations. One vaccine they could be missing is for Meningococcal disease, often called meningitis. The meningitis vaccine is a new requirement for school entry in 2024 for children of all ages.

But don’t worry. You can reserve a time today to get up to date on vaccinations for the school year at your local Forward Pharmacy, your trusted provider for all your immunization needs. 

What is Meningococcal Disease, aka Meningitis

Meningococcal infections are very serious and can be deadly. There are two common types of infections: meningitis and bloodstream infections. Meningococcal bacteria are spread through close or lengthy contact with others, making homes and