Signs and symptoms to be aware of

Infectious diseases can spread easily in university communities, as more face-to-face contact means you’re at higher risk of catching and passing on infectious diseases.

It’s really important for all students to ensure they’re up-to-date with their vaccines before starting college or university. You should have had:

If you’ve missed any of your vaccines, make sure you try and get it as soon as possible.

You can find out more about the recommended vaccinations for students, and how to book your vaccines, on the . 

You can also find more information below about diseases signs and symptoms, what to do if you think you might have it, and vaccinations available: