Prevention is the best healthcare

What should we know about childhood immunisations?

Childhood immunisations are vaccines that protect against 11 major infectious diseases, according to the Bulgarian immunisation schedule.

Mandatory vaccines

Mandatory vaccines in Bulgaria include BCG, hepatitis B, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, polio, and measles-mumps-rubella, and they are free of charge. The first vaccines are given in the maternity hospital, and the following ones at 2, 3, 4, 6, 12 and 16 months.

Vaccines work by stimulating the immune system to recognise and remember specific pathogens (bacteria, viruses, etc.) without causing the disease itself. So if the body comes into contact with the real pathogen, it already “knows” how to defend itself and can quickly activate its immune response.

Recommended vaccines

At Nuviva we believe prevention is hugely important, both for our children and for ourselves.

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ROTAVIRUS

Rotavirus is a highly contagious virus and a leading cause of severe diarrhoea and vomiting in young children worldwide. It spreads extremely easily, through contaminated hands, surfaces, food or water, and can survive on hard surfaces for up to 10 days. In infants and young children, the infection can lead to severe dehydration and serious complications. The Rotarix vaccine provides reliable protection and is given orally in early childhood. It is not part of the mandatory immunisation schedule, but it is among the most recommended preventive vaccines for the youngest children.

*Rotarix vaccine
Minimum age: 6 weeks

Maximum age for the first dose: up to 16 weeks (no later than 24 weeks according to the summary of product characteristics)

Number of doses: 2

Interval: at least 4 weeks

Price: €100 (per dose)

CHICKENPOX

Chickenpox (varicella) is a highly contagious viral disease. Although it is considered a childhood illness, it is much more severe in adults and can lead to serious complications. The Varivax vaccine provides reliable protection and can be given at any age. It is not part of the mandatory immunisation schedule, but it is among the most recommended preventive vaccines in modern medicine.

*Varivax vaccine
From 12 months of age: 2 doses, at least 4 weeks apart

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Price: €100 (per dose)

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HPV

HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the world and can lead to various types of cancer. Gardasil provides protection against the most aggressive strains of the virus. It can be given from the age of 9 and has no upper age limit. The earlier it is given, the more effective it is. This is a vaccine that invests in your long-term health.

*Gardasil vaccine
9-14 years: 2 doses
15+ years: 3 doses

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Price: €200 (per dose)

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MENINGITIS

Meningococcal infection is a life-threatening disease that develops extremely quickly and requires immediate medical attention.

Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain, caused by meningococcal bacteria. The disease is particularly insidious because the early symptoms resemble an ordinary flu: high temperature, headache, stiff neck, and it worsens quickly. If treatment is delayed, it can cause permanent damage or be fatal within hours. That is why prevention is so important: the vaccine is the only reliable way to protect yourself before the disease appears.

*Nimenrix vaccine
2 doses, 2 months apart

Price: €100 (per dose)

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FLU VACCINE

Flu is an acute respiratory illness that affects millions of people around the world every year. Although it is milder in healthy adults, in children, older people and people with chronic conditions it can lead to serious complications and hospitalisation. The inactivated quadrivalent vaccine protects against four strains of the virus, two type A and two type B, and is updated every year according to the circulating strains recommended by the World Health Organization. It can be given from 6 months of age and is suitable for the whole family. It is not part of the mandatory immunisation schedule, but it is among the most recommended seasonal preventive measures in modern medicine.

*Flu vaccine (inactivated quadrivalent)
Children 6 months to 8 years: 2 doses, at least 4 weeks apart

Children over 9 and adults: 1 dose every year.

Best time:

September to October, before the flu season starts; it can also be given later, while the viruses are circulating.

‍Price: €48 (per dose)

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Trust NUVIVA Medical Centre for safe, professional vaccination for you and your child. Our experienced medical team creates a calm, welcoming environment that reduces stress for both young patients and parents.

At NUVIVA Medical Centre we strictly follow the national immunisation schedule and use only certified vaccines of proven quality. We offer flexible appointment times, detailed consultations before every immunisation and careful monitoring of your health after the procedure.