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  2. Begin by reviewing the Meningitis Policy section, which outlines the vaccination requirements for students residing in university housing. Ensure you understand whether you need to provide proof of vaccination or sign a waiver.
  3. In the Meningitis Health and Waiver Information section, familiarize yourself with meningococcal meningitis, its symptoms, transmission, and treatment options. This knowledge is crucial for making an informed decision regarding your vaccination.
  4. Proceed to the Waiver section. Here, indicate whether you have received the immunization by checking the appropriate box and entering the date. If you choose not to be vaccinated, select that option and ensure you read all provided materials.
  5. Fill in your name, student ID number, and sign where indicated. If you are under 18 years old, a parent or guardian must also sign.
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Parents can ask for a medical exemption if a vaccine wouldnt be safe for their child. Reasons that children can get an exemption include: They have a disease or take medicine that weakens their immune system. They have a severe allergy to a vaccine or an ingredient in it.
Students may begin classes without a certificate of immunization against meningococcal disease if: 1) the student has a letter from a physician stating that there is a medical reason why he/she cant receive the vaccine; 2) the student (or the students parent or legal guardian, if the student is a minor) presents a
Essentially, meningitis is more common in college students because of the nature of the setting. The young adults cant escape large groups of people with constant close contact and proximity. Meningitis infection requires shared respiratory and throat secretions.
Exemption is permitted with proof of immunity, non-medical exemption or birth before 1957. First-time enrollees at California State University and University of California must show proof of hepatitis B vaccine. All institutions with on-campus housing must provide information about meningococcal ACWY and B.
It is frequent in children under the age of 2, or over the age of 13 years old. Effects of catching Meningitis may include brain damage, deafness, hearing loss and death. It is currently not covered by OHIP. The cost is approximately $125 per shot, covered by some insurance plans (DIN# 02417030).

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A lumbar puncture, in which a needle is inserted into the spinal canal to collect a sample of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), can diagnose or exclude meningitis. Some forms of meningitis are preventable by immunization with the meningococcal, mumps, pneumococcal, and Hib vaccines.
First-time enrollees at California State University and University of California must show proof of hepatitis B vaccine. All institutions with on-campus housing must provide information about meningococcal ACWY and B. Exemptions for personal beliefs are permitted.

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