Student Services

Mandatory Student Immunizations for Measles, Mumps and Rubella In accordance with New York State Public Health Law, Section 2165, all matriculated students attending Suffolk County Community College who were born on or after January 1, 1957, must provide written proof of immunization against measles, mumps, and rubella in accordance with standards approved by the New York State Department of Health. These standards include the following:
Measles Two (2) vaccines after 1/1/68 (minimum of 28 days apart) [or] Physician-documented history of disease [or] Blood titer showing immunity	Mumps One (1) vaccine after 1/1/69 [or] Physician-documented history of disease [or] Blood titer showing immunity	Rubella One (1) vaccine after 1/1/69 Note: A history of having had Rubella is not acceptable proof of immunity. [or] Blood titer showing immunity
What's Recommended Td Vaccine (tetanus & diphtheria)	A booster is recommended for adults every 10 years.
Meningococcal Meningitis (Menomune™ / Menactra™)	Must have been given within the past 10 years.
The Health Services Office recommends that you speak to your doctor or health care provider regarding your health concerns and the need for any additional immunizations.
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