4 Vaccines You Need for College
Skipping or delaying vaccinations can harm your health—and maybe your grades
“Vaccines can keep students from contracting serious illnesses and keep them from missing classes,” says Sarah Van Orman, M.D., the head of university health services at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Keep in mind that your school’s vaccination requirements may not be enough to protect you. Many universities—especially public institutions—follow their state’s requirements, which may not include the full list of vaccines recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
- Bacterial Meningitis
- Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis
- HPV
- Flu