All students are required to register with a local General Practitioner and should do so as soon as possible in their first term in Bangor. For medical matters please contact your GP.
Your nearest dedicated sexual health clinic can be found at Ysbyty Gwynedd.
How to register with a G.P.
You are free to choose which practice to register with, and, of course, if you are already living in the area you may choose to remain registered with your appropriate practice. We recommend you complete your registration as soon as possible after your arrival.
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Meningitis
Knowing the signs and symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia is one of the best forms of defence against the disease. These include:
- a high temperature
- cold hands and feet
- vomiting
- confusion
- breathing quickly
- muscle and joint pain
- pale, mottled or blotchy skin
- spots or a rash
- headache
- a stiff neck
- a dislike of bright lights
- being very sleepy or difficult to wake
- fits (seizures)
Meningitis and septicaemia can be treated with powerful antibiotics, and this treatment works best if it is given as soon as possible. That’s why it is important to know what to look out for and to get medical help quickly if you are concerned. If you have any queries about Meningitis, contact your GP surgery.
Who should have the MenACWY vaccine
The MenACWY vaccine is recommended for all teenagers. It's usually given to children when they're 13 or 14 years old (school year 9).
If you missed having the vaccine when you were at school, you can get it up to the age of 25 years.
If you're under 25 and you've not had the MenACWY vaccine before, you should ideally have it at least 2 weeks before starting college or university.
If you've already started college or university, get the vaccine as soon as possible. Ask your GP about getting vaccinated
Mumps
First year students should check their MMR vaccination status with their home GP practice before they attend for the academic year.
Have you had your measles, mumps and rubella vaccination?
Have you had the full two recommended doses?
Check with your GP practice today!
Check with your parents/guardians if you had the immunisations before attending school.
They are usually given at 12/13 months with a second dose at age 3–4.