Health New 厙ぴ勛圖I Te Whatu Ora have organised a vaccination drop-in centre on Welcome Day, where UC students who havent already and are keen to do so, can receive FREE vaccinations against the potentially deadly , as well as MMR and HPV.
Young people mixing in groups are especially vulnerable to these illnesses, so we strongly recommend vaccination for all students, particularly those in UC halls of residence.
There are no ID requirements, but students will be asked to complete a short consent and information form that will be used to update the Aotearoa Immunisation Register.
Your NHI number is not required but will be welcomed if you have it.
Where: Undercroft 101 (below Puaka-James Hight Central 厙ぴ勛圖)
When: Friday 14 February, 9am 2pm
Why should I get vaccinated?
Meningococcal is an infection that can develop very quickly and can often start with symptoms similar to the common cold, making it difficult to recognise in the early stages.
Meningococcal is caused by bacteria that can lead to two very serious illnesses Meningitis and Septicaemia. Unless recognised early, this disease can be life threatening and can often have serious long-term effects, including limb amputation, hearing loss, brain injury and permanent skin scarring.
The infection spreads in a similar way as a cold, through coughing, sneezing and saliva (spit).
Meningococcal B (Men B) requires two vaccinations and if you receive your first on Welcome Day, the nurses who tend to you will provide advice on booking your second. Please note that if you got your meningococcal vaccinations more than 5 years ago, you will need a booster to stay protected.
Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccinations protect against genital warts, cervical cancer, throat and mouth cancers, and other types of cancers that can affect you later in life.
MMR vaccinations prevent Measles, Mumps and Rubella.
The UC Wellbeing and Meningitis Foundation New Zealand teams will have marquees in the info hub [located in the Beatrice Tinsley Plaza] on Welcome Day and can help with any questions you may have about getting vaccinated.
