Medical Matters
Medical Matters
We hope that your time at University is problem-free.
However, in the unfortunate event you are unwell, we can provide you with information and advice to help you take the appropriate action as well as essential contact details.
- Medical and Dental Emergencies
- Register with a GP in Newcastle
- Register with a dental practice in Newcastle
- Meningitis and Septicaemia
- Sexual health
- Mumps
- Legal highs
- Swine Flu
- Monkey Pox
- Immunisation guidelines for students of non-clinical degrees
Your Illness
If you are sick, please follow the Sickness Procedure for Students.
Student Illness
If you know a student who is seriously ill and/or in hospital, please read the Hospitalisation Procedure
We work to promote fitness and wellbeing with the University’s Centre for Physical Recreation and Sport.
If you are ill, as a student, you may be able to get help with health costs.
Medical Information and Resources
Information and advice about dealing with common health problems can be found on the following websites:
- Student Health
- Patient UK
- NHS Choices
- BBC Health
- Information and contact details for chemists and pharmacies in Newcastle
- English for Health - A guide to the NHS for those who don't have English as a first language