Students going abroad have so many requirements to fulfill. Many of you may never have been abroad before. Are you overwhelmed by the things that you need to tick off your checklist? All Universities abroad insist that you should be fully immunized against a whole lot of infectious diseases, for your safety and for that of the others. Meningococcal vaccine is one of the essential vaccines that you need to take especially as a student since you will be sharing housing on campus or off campus. It is on the recommended list of vaccines in the US.

Who needs the vaccine?

Ideally, all teenagers need vaccinations for meningococcal disease. We administer the first dose of the vaccine between 11 and 12 years and a booster between 16–18 years of age. Many Indian teenagers have missed taking this as per the recommended schedule.

Why take the Vaccine?

Students who stay in hostels, especially dormitory style accommodation are at high risk for acquiring the disease. This type of meningitis is very rapidly progressive and can even be fatal. Terrible long term neurological consequences can ensue. Fortunately, this disease is easily preventable by a simple vaccine.

Unique population – Students traveling abroad or staying in hostels

For students going abroad, it is highly recommended that they take at least one shot of the meningococcal vaccine (preferably Menactra ). If you are in Mumbai or surrounding areas, you may contact Nathani Clinic for an appointment for the vaccine.

Our clinic is quite popular among students going abroad for studies.  There are a lot of other requirements that Universities abroad need, apart from the meningococcal vaccine. Most Universities have a standard list of immunizations. However, it is quite common for specific Universities to have unique requirements depending on their local conditions.

Read more about the vaccine here.

What do I need to get with me when I come into the clinic before my travel to the US?

Please bring the following with you when you come in to make the process smoother:

• Identifying documents – passport
• Which University will you be attending?
• All your old health and immunization records

The best is to send us this info a couple of days before your visit, by filling out the form below, so that we can keep a customized recommendation ready for your visit – including:

• Which vaccines do you need?
• How to avoid specific diseases?
• Which medicines to carry? Etc.