Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type B)
Hib is a bacterial infection transmitted via respiratory droplets from the nose and throat of an infected person. Hib is the leading cause of bacterial meningitis among children less than 5 years old. However, Hib disease can still occur at any age leading to meningitis, blood stream infections, pneumonia, arthritis, or other body infections.
What is bacterial meningitis?
Inflammation of brain/spine characterized by fever, stiff neck, headache, sensitivity to light, or no appetite.
- Fever, vomiting , lethargy, and stick neck
- Pneumonia: lung infection, fever, chills, cough, chest pain
- Arthritis: joint inflammation causing pain and stiffness
The Hib Vaccination
** This vaccination is NOT recommended for the adult population unless clinically indicated.