Make sure your vaccinations are up to date, including:
- The MenACWY vaccine
- Both doses of the MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccine
For more information about meningitis and its symptoms, visit the NHS meningitis guide.
Why should I get the MenACWY vaccine?
Meningitis can be a life-threatening illness. Don't wait until you or someone you know becomes unwell before getting protected.
The MenACWY vaccine is different from the MenC or MenB vaccinations you may have received as a child. It helps protect against several strains of meningococcal disease that can cause meningitis and septicaemia.
You only need this vaccination once, and it could save your life.
How do I get the vaccine?
Before you arrive at university
If you're not yet living on campus, contact your GP and ask about getting the MenACWY vaccine before you arrive.
If you're already at university
If you're already on campus, or your local GP cannot provide the vaccine, register with the University's medical centre and ask about getting vaccinated.