Hopes young people make the most of funded meningococcal vaccines - to keep themselves and others safe

Fifteen to 24 year olds are a major risk group for meningitis and other health problems.

Incoming uni students and boarders who may have close contact with others, are urged to be vaccinated.

Otago-based nurse Aleisha Telford says uptake is not where they'd like it to be.

She says they encourage everyone to be vaccinated, particularly those going into residential colleges where it's funded.