COVID-19, Flu & Other Illnesses

COVID-19, flu and other illnesses from vomiting bugs to meningitis can spread very easily and cause severe illness. You can help stop infections from spreading and stay well by following some simple steps.

If you feel unwell

If you feel unwell:

Stay home as much as possible
Avoid mixing with other people
COVID-19: Most people with COVID-19 feel better within a few weeks. You may be able to look after yourself at home while you recover. If your condition doesn’t improve, go to NHS 111 online or call 111 for advice.

For the latest seasonal health advice, please visit the NHS website

Practice Good Hygiene

It’s important to help stop the spread of infections by practicing good hygiene, this helps keep you and others better protected.

Wash your hands
Cover your coughs and sneezes
Clean your surroundings thoroughly
Practice safe sex.

Keep Vaccinations Up To Date

It’s important to make sure your vaccinations are up to date.

Make sure you’ve had the following:

MenACWY – protecting against four common strains causing meningitis and septicaemia
MMR – protecting against measles, mumps, rubella
HPV – protecting against cervical and other cancers caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV) plus genital warts
Flu and COVID-19 – if you’re eligible.

If you’re not sure which vaccines you’ve had, check with your GP practice. For maximum protection, you should have any vaccines you’ve missed at least two weeks before starting university. If that’s not possible, get any missed vaccines as soon as possible at your GP practice.

For more information, visit: nhs.uk/conditions/vaccinations

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