Just what the doctor ordered
Matthew Schroyer
Issue date: 8/17/07 Section: News
Another immunization option is the flu vaccine, which is given free starting every year in October, until the state-supplied inventory is all used up.
"Our nurses are happy to talk to students about which vaccines are appropriate for them individually," Greenwalt said. "Many students are encouraged to receive the meningitis vaccine and the Hepatitis A & B vaccine."
Sexual health
One vaccine that Health Services might offer in the near future is Gardasil, a vaccine produced by the Merck corporation that provides immunity from certain types of human papilloma virus (HPV) and helps prevent cervical cancer.
"Health Service is working directly with the pharmaceutical company and the School of Pharmacy to figure out administration options for our students," Greenwalt said.
Other reproductive health services can be provided by the clinic, from general education to STD screening and treatment. All of the clinic's screenings are handled at an in-house laboratory.
"Any time a student is concerned about their sexual health, I recommend they make an appointment to see one of our providers," Greenwalt said. "The visit and care is confidential."
Female students can also discuss birth control options with a women's health counselor. A consultation can include an annual exam, address problems and provide testing. The clinic maintains a pharmacy stocked with popular birth control prescriptions, including Nortrel, Ortho Tricyclen Lo, Depo Provera, Nuva Ring and Plan B in both prescription and over-the-counter varieties.
You're all covered
The out-of-pocket cost for a student to see a nurse or physician at the clinic is zero. All students are given a health service fee as part of tuition. But, for laboratory work, medications, complete exams and immunizations, there is a minimal fee.
Although the clinic can help students in many cases, occasionally the need arises for a student to visit a specialist to handle an acute problem. In those cases, physicians can provide referrals within a network of specialists. However, these specialists work outside of the clinic and charge for their services. Greenwalt said it is important that students have insurance coverage in the event they need to see someone outside the clinic.
"Our nurses are happy to talk to students about which vaccines are appropriate for them individually," Greenwalt said. "Many students are encouraged to receive the meningitis vaccine and the Hepatitis A & B vaccine."
Sexual health
One vaccine that Health Services might offer in the near future is Gardasil, a vaccine produced by the Merck corporation that provides immunity from certain types of human papilloma virus (HPV) and helps prevent cervical cancer.
"Health Service is working directly with the pharmaceutical company and the School of Pharmacy to figure out administration options for our students," Greenwalt said.
Other reproductive health services can be provided by the clinic, from general education to STD screening and treatment. All of the clinic's screenings are handled at an in-house laboratory.
"Any time a student is concerned about their sexual health, I recommend they make an appointment to see one of our providers," Greenwalt said. "The visit and care is confidential."
Female students can also discuss birth control options with a women's health counselor. A consultation can include an annual exam, address problems and provide testing. The clinic maintains a pharmacy stocked with popular birth control prescriptions, including Nortrel, Ortho Tricyclen Lo, Depo Provera, Nuva Ring and Plan B in both prescription and over-the-counter varieties.
You're all covered
The out-of-pocket cost for a student to see a nurse or physician at the clinic is zero. All students are given a health service fee as part of tuition. But, for laboratory work, medications, complete exams and immunizations, there is a minimal fee.
Although the clinic can help students in many cases, occasionally the need arises for a student to visit a specialist to handle an acute problem. In those cases, physicians can provide referrals within a network of specialists. However, these specialists work outside of the clinic and charge for their services. Greenwalt said it is important that students have insurance coverage in the event they need to see someone outside the clinic.
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