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Students and young people

Teenagers and young people are at risk of contracting meningitis and septicaemia. Getting vaccinated and knowing the signs and symptoms to look out for will save lives

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  • Meningitis Now awareness - Students

    For parents

    What parents need to know to protect teenagers and young people

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    For universities

    Educate students about vaccines and the effects of meningitis with our free student awareness materials, especially designed for universities

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    For young people

    Protect yourself against meningitis – get the free MenACWY vaccine and know the signs and symptoms

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    Signs and symptoms in young people

    Despite the risks many do not know the signs and symptoms of meningitis, see them here

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    If you work in a university or perhaps live near one, you could help us.

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    Meningitis: a student's story

    Meningitis can have a devastating impact on students, watch Tom's story

Our vision is a future where no one in the UK loses their life to meningitis and everyone affected gets the support they need to rebuild their lives.

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