YSJ Student Health Centre

25/03/2026

REMINDER All York Medical Group surgeries will be closed TODAY 25th March 2026 between 12:00 – 18:00.
Our Doctors, Nurses and Reception Staff will have training provided by the Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB).
Surgeries will reopen Thursday 26th March 2026 at 08:00
If you need urgent medical assistance during this time please ring the surgery and follow the instructions.
In an emergency please telephone 111 or 999.

23/03/2026

🚨 Important: Meningitis (MenB) Vaccination Update 🚨

As you will be aware there has been an outbreak of meningococcal disease linked to Canterbury and the University of Kent.

If you are a student at the University of Kent or the University of Canterbury only, you may be eligible for a free MenB (Bexsero) vaccine (or have recently been in contact with affected groups or locations, including certain halls or a Canterbury nightclub between 5–16 March). Please bring your student ID card when attending.

If you’ve returned home and couldn’t get vaccinated locally, your GP practice can now provide this on request.

👉 Please contact your GP if you think you may be eligible
👉 Bring student identification with you to your appointment
👉 The vaccine requires 2 doses (second dose 28 days after the first)
👉 Vaccination helps protect you and others

Stay aware of symptoms and seek urgent medical help if you feel unwell.

19/03/2026

Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly.

The NHS website has all the information you need, including what to look out for and when to get medical help.

➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

19/03/2026

Hearing about a meningitis case can be worrying, but knowing the facts helps you stay calm and act wisely: https://patient.info/features/infections/what-to-do-if-you-think-youve-been-exposed-to-meningitis

19/03/2026

‼️IMPORTANT INFORMATION PLEASE SHARE‼️

We are not currently offering the MenB (Meningitis B) vaccination at York Medical Group. This vaccine may be available privately. We will share further guidance from the local health authority as it becomes available.

An Additional Way to View Your NHS Record
Some patients may find the Airmid app useful for accessing parts of their NHS record — particularly vaccination history, which isn’t currently always visible in the NHS App.
Airmid works similarly to the NHS App and now supports NHS Login, so you can sign in using the same details you already use.
✅ View your vaccination history
✅ Access elements of your medical record
✅ Free to download
✅ Sign in easily with NHS Login
🧑‍🎓 This may be especially helpful short‑term for students or anyone needing to check their immunisation status for university, work, or travel.
You can continue using the NHS App as normal — Airmid is simply an additional temporary option for those who need to view vaccine history right now.
Learn more or download here: https://airmidcares.co.uk/
📲 Available on iOS and Android.

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18/03/2026

All York Medical Group surgeries will be closed Wednesday 25th March 2026 between 12:00 – 18:00.
Our Doctors, Nurses and Reception Staff will have training provided by the Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB).
Surgeries will reopen Thursday 26th March 2026 at 08:00
If you need urgent medical assistance during this time please ring the surgery and follow the instructions.
In an emergency please telephone 111 or 999.

18/03/2026

‼️PLEASE SHARE‼️
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There has been a recent outbreak of meningitis in parts of England. While the outbreak is mainly in the south, meningitis is a serious infection that can affect anyone, including students. It can develop quickly and requires immediate medical attention.

Watch for symptoms:
Sudden high fever, Severe headache, Stiff neck, Nausea or vomiting, Sensitivity to light, Confusion or sleepiness, A rash that doesn’t fade when pressed.

What to do:
Seek urgent help if you have any of these symptoms—contact NHS 111, your GP, or go to A&E.
Vaccinations help protect against many types of meningitis (MenACWY). The Meningitis B (MenB) vaccine is not currently offered in general practice; we are awaiting further guidance.
Tell close contacts if you’re diagnosed—preventive treatment may be needed.

Our practice is monitoring the situation closely and will provide updates as guidance changes.

16/03/2026

The York St John Surgery will be closed for Easter between 23rd March and 10th April 2026.

The Surgery will reopen Monday 13th April 2026 at 08:00.

Our other York Medical Group sites will remain open as usual, and you can contact us online to request an appointment at another surgery.

If you have any questions during this time, don't hesitate to contact York Medical Group on 01904 439100.

If you need to seek medical attention while at home, please only temporarily register with your GP practice; otherwise, you will need to re-register with the student health centre when you return.

In an emergency please telephone 111 or 999.
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26/02/2026

Reminder all York Medical Group surgeries will be closed today Thursday 26th February 2026 between 12:00 – 18:00.

Our Doctors, Nurses and Reception Staff will have training provided by the Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB).

Surgeries will reopen tomorrow Friday 27th February 2026 at 08:00

If you need urgent medical assistance during this time please ring the surgery and follow the instructions.

In an emergency please telephone 111 or 999.

19/02/2026

All York Medical Group surgeries will be closed Thursday 26th February 2026 between 12:00 – 18:00.

Our Doctors, Nurses and Reception Staff will have training provided by the Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB).

Surgeries will reopen Friday 27th February 2026 at 08:00

If you need urgent medical assistance during this time please ring the surgery and follow the instructions.

In an emergency please telephone 111 or 999.

26/09/2025

🎉 Welcome to York St John University, Freshers 2025! 🎓
We’re so excited to have you join our vibrant community.
Starting uni is a big step — and your wellbeing matters just as much as your studies. Whether you're settling in, feeling overwhelmed, or just want to stay on top of your health, Patient.info’s Student Health & Wellbeing hub is here to support you.

💬 Expert advice on mental health, sleep, relationships, and more
🧠 Easy to read, medically reviewed content
💡 Perfect for navigating student life

https://patient.info/student-health-and-wellbeing

Take care of yourself while you thrive at YSJ! 💜
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