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August 2025: Confirmed case of measles on Kensington Campus

A person was infectious with measles at the ����������Main Library on Kensington Campus between 11.30am and 2.30pm on Wednesday 20 August 2025.

If you were also at this location during these times, please carefully read the .��You should monitor for symptoms until Sunday 7 September 2025.

Symptoms of measles include fever, tiredness, runny nose, sore eyes and a cough, followed three or four days later by a red, blotchy rash spreading from the head and neck to the rest of the body.

If you develop symptoms, please call ahead to your GP and advise that you could have measles, to ensure you do not wait in the waiting room with other patients.

The ‘party’ drug nitrous oxide can have very serious and harmful effects on your health.�� 

Nitrous oxide, also known as "nangs" or "whippets" is a colourless, odourless gas that is sometimes used as a recreational drug.��

Long-term and frequent use of nitrous oxide increases your risk of harmful and potentially irreversible effects such as:

• Nerve problems, including nerve damage, because of Vitamin B12 loss (essential for nerve health)

• Permanent damage to the brain and spinal cord

• Blackouts

• Asphyxia (a loss of oxygen in the body)

• And several other effects.

The best way to prevent harm is to stop nitrous oxide use early. You can get help by: 

• Calling the National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline (24/7) on 1800 250 015

• Learning more about nitrous oxide on by NSW Health

• Speaking confidentially and privately to a GP (doctor) at the Health Service.

If you do choose to use nitrous oxide recreationally, consider:

• Using it in a safe, well-ventilated room with airflow
• Avoiding consumption of alcohol or other drugs at the same time
• Having long and several breaks between hits to allow Vitamin B12 stores to rebuild
• Reducing long-term and heavy usage
• Always having someone you trust close by.

If you have persistent tingling or numb hands or feet, contact a doctor immediately.

���������¼� Health Service offers meningococcal vaccinations to help protect you against meningococcal disease.��

Meningococcal disease is caused by a bacteria called neisseria meningitidis and can develop into sepsis, septicaemia or meningitis. Meningococcal disease is commonly spread by close and prolonged exposure, such as when living closely to others.

It is a medical emergency and needs to be taken seriously. While it's rare, it can quickly develop into a serious illness.

We recommend that all students get vaccinated, especially if you're a student living in residential colleges, apartments and other shared accommodation, since your risk of getting can be much higher.

We offer the following vaccinations:

• Meningococcal ACWY (MenACWY) vaccine which provides protection against serogroups A, C, W and Y. This is one dose and costs $85.

• Meningococcal B (MenB) vaccine which protects against some strains of meningococcal serogroup B. This requires two doses and costs $140 per dose.

You may have received the MenACWY vaccine as a child if you grew up in Australia. It's important to check if you have been vaccinated before, so check your immunisation statement on MyGov (for domestic students) or your immunisation record from your home country (for international students).

Appointments with the Health Service are bulk billed for all ���������¼� students by Medicare or OSHC. Get more comprehensive information on vaccinations.��