Texas college students face new vaccine requirement

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Some Texas college students will need a shot in the arm before heading back to school this semester.

Waco resident Dulce Paloblanco was among those waiting at the McLennan County Health District's immunization clinic on Thursday.

As part of a new law which took effect this month, all new or transfer students under 30 have to be vaccinated against bacterial meningitis. The new rule also applies to students who are returning to school after taking a semester off.

The legislature passed SB 1107 last year, which was then signed by the Governor.

Under the new law, students are required to show proof of vaccination before they are able to register for classes.

"Personally I don't like shots, but if I need it to get an education I'll get it," Paloblanco said.

With three colleges in the area, Kelly Craine with the McLennan County Health District said they have seen their fair share of students coming in.

In mid-December the clinic went through a supply of 150 doses in just four days. On Thursday, they received another shipment of 250 doses, which was almost gone by mid-day.

It is a similar story in Bell County. Tina Gibson who is with the Bell County Health district said they have had a hard time keeping up with the increased demand.

"We've had some people come from the Austin area, as well as the Dallas area, Waco area simply because they say they've had issues finding the vaccine," Tina Gibson said.

The low cost of the vaccines offered at the health district make it a good option for those without insurance.

Bell County charges $10 for the vaccine, while McLennan County charges almost $15.

"The thing we suggest and recommend the most is that if you have the private insurance, seek that vaccine from the primary care provider," Gibson said.

Vaccines offered through other providers can cost more than $100 depending on your insurance.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, there are about 1,000 reported cases of bacterial meningitis each year. About 10 to 15 percent of those cases result in death.

"Typically once you realize you have it, it's too late," Craine said. "It causes death, blindness, amputation. It's a very very serious disease."

Last February, a student at Texas A&M died from bacterial meningitis.

Source: http://austin.ynn.com/content/top_stories/282316/texas-college-students-face-new-vaccine-requirement

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