The vaccine against Neisseria meningitidis is currently recommended to all of the following populations
EXCEPT:
A. Persons in the military
B. Children under 2 years old
C. Patients with asplenia
D. Children lacking complement factor C6
The vaccine against Neisseria meningitidis (meningococcal vaccine) is recommended for all the following populations **except**:
**B. Children under 2 years old**
The meningococcal vaccine is generally recommended for adolescents, persons in the military, patients with asplenia, and those with complement deficiencies. However, the vaccine is not routinely given to all children under 2 years old, although certain high-risk children in this age group may receive it.
The vaccine against Neisseria meningitidis is generally not recommended for children under 2 years old, as their immune response may not be as effective. The other populations listed are at higher risk and are recommended to receive the vaccine.