Vaccination is not covered by health insurance. In the fall of 1999, the subject of meningococcal infection in college students received wide public exposure through several sensational television presentations. Vaccination should be provided or made easily available to those freshmen who wish to reduce their risk of disease. Other undergraduate students wishing to reduce their risk of meningococcal disease can also choose to be vaccinated. The decision is up to you.
Meningococcal disease is very uncommon but very serious.
Being vaccinated reduces the risk of infection with most strains of meningococcus. A single injection confers protection for 4-5 years. Adverse reactions to vaccination are infrequent and mild. The vaccine is currently available at the Health Center, but because of high demand you may have to wait a few days before receiving it. If you have further questions, please call or visit the Health Center.