Meningitis Information
Per Connecticut State Law, no student can live on campus without proof of immunization.
Connecticut Public Act No. 0193 states that all college students living in on-campus housing be vaccinated against meningitis. The law applies to all public and private colleges and universities.
Proof of immunization includes the following:
- Students must show proof of immunization with a meningococcal vaccine within the last five (5) years or
- Present a certificate from a physician stating that, in the opinion of the physician, vaccination with meningococcal vaccine is contraindicated because of the physical condition of the student, or
- Present a statement that vaccination would be contrary to the religious beliefs of the student.
Meningitis is rare. However, when it strikes, its flu-like symptoms make diagnosis difficult. If not treated early, meningitis can lead to severe and permanent disabilities, such as hearing loss, brain damage, seizures, limb amputation, and even death.
Cases of meningitis among teens and young adults 15 to 24 years of age (the age of most college students) have more than doubled since 1991. The disease strikes abut 3,000 Americans each year and claims about 300 lives. Between 100 and 125 meningitis cases occur on college campuses and as many as 15 students will die from the disease.
Meningitis Vaccine
SCSU Student Health Center has an adequate supply of the vaccine
If you wish to receive the vaccine, please make an appointment at Health Services between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM Monday through Friday.
We encourage you and your parents to learn more about meningitis and the vaccine. For more information, please feel free to contact our Health Service at (203) 392-6300 and/or consult your physician.
You can also find information about the disease at these Web sites:
