Whether you’re a new or existing student, it’s really important to look after your health whilst you’re at the University.
Due to lots of students being in one space, infectious diseases can spread easily at university so it’s important to ensure you’re signed up to a local GP and up to date with your vaccinations to minimise your risks:
✳️ Registering with a local GP early in the year will make it much easier to get an appointment when you’re at university. Find a local GP.
✳️ The Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) vaccine is available for free to any student who has not yet received two doses. If you’re not sure whether you’re up to date, you can contact your GP practice to confirm. If you haven’t had two MMR doses, please arrange a free catch-up vaccination as soon as possible.
Measles and Mumps are both viral illnesses which can, in rare cases, lead to serious complications.
✳️ The MenACWY vaccine protects against meningococcal disease that can cause meningitis (dangerous swelling of the lining around the brain and spinal column) and septicaemia (blood poisoning) which can both trigger sepsis.
Both of these diseases can be fatal or cause life-changing disabilities. The MenACWY vaccine is the best form of protection against these deadly diseases and is available to anyone under the age of 25.
Unfortunately, the MenACWY vaccine does not protect against all forms of meningococcal disease, like MenB, so it’s important to know the signs and symptoms and act quickly if you suspect you or someone you know may be suffering from meningitis
✳️ Tuberculosis (TB) is a disease which is spread through the air when a person who has TB coughs, sings, laughs, or sneezes. Check out the common symptoms:
Although infectious, TB is curable – so please visit your GP if you have any concerns.