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Immunisation

1. All students must be immunised against

  1. Tuberculosis (students from some countries must do this to qualify for a visa. See “Information for New International Students 2012/13”)
  2. Tetanus
  3. Polio
  4. Meningitis C
  5. Measles
  6. Mumps
  7. Rubella/German measels

(if you have an immunisation card or book - please bring this with you when you register)

2. All students on courses which have clinical contact with patients,

must be immunised against Hepatitis B. Antigen levels will be measured for Hepatitis B and MMR, prior to commencement of the course. Students found to be carriers of Hepatitis B will be counselled.This will be carried out by Occupational Health.

3. Those going abroad

are reminded that they should ensure that other necessary vaccinations are carried out in good time. Information and vaccination requirements may be obtained from the University Health Service and via the UHS web pages.

University Health Service