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Meningitis vaccine required for Texas college students, pharmacist warns of deadly risk
By Karin McCay at KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 2, 2026
· 2 min read
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - With high school graduates preparing to leave for college in the coming weeks, a Lubbock pharmacist is urging families to check vaccination records before move-in day — specifically for the meningitis vaccine required by the state.Crockett Tidwell, a pharmacist at United P...
Key takeaway “It’s 10% to 15% of people that contract it will die from it,” Tidwell said.
Why this matters in The Midland
As Midland students prepare to head off to college, the meningitis vaccine requirement takes on particular significance in our local community. With many students from Midland County attending colleges and universities within Texas, the risk of meningitis outbreaks is a concern that hits close to home. The fact that college dormitories have historically been a setting for meningitis outbreaks underscores the importance of ensuring that all students are up to date on their vaccinations before moving into campus housing. Midland parents and students should be aware of the state's vaccine requirement and take steps to verify that their vaccination records are current. Fortunately, the vaccine is widely available and often free, with most insurance plans covering the cost and the health department providing access for uninsured students. By prioritizing meningitis vaccination, Midland students can help protect themselves and their peers from this deadly disease.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - With high school graduates preparing to leave for college in the coming weeks, a Lubbock pharmacist is urging families to check vaccination records before move-in day — specifically for the meningitis vaccine required by the state.Crockett Tidwell, a pharmacist at United P...
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