Young people are being urged to get immunised against meningococcal disease if they're moving into close-living environments.
Meningococcal B and ACWY vaccines are free for those aged 13 to 25 years entering their first year of boarding schools, university halls, or school hostels.
As well, until February 28, free Meningococcal B vaccines are available to 13 to 25-year-olds in any year of a close-living situation.
Te Whatu Ora's director of prevention Alana Ewe-Snow spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
