Contact Us:
(240)895-4289
Flu still remains a possibility.
Prevention:
- Get your flu shot- it's not too late!
- Extra hand washing
- Maintain immunity-eat well, sleep and exercise
Do I have the Flu?
Signs and symptoms: more intense than a cold, sudden onset
- Fatique, weakness
- Severe body aches, soreness
- Combination symptoms - headache, dry cough, chest discomfort
- Chills/Fever -all of a sudden
What if I get the Flu?
Treatment: REST, REST, REST
- Increase fluids
- Tylenol, Motrin, or Advil
- Salt water gargles, lozenges
- Don't smoke
Health Services FAQs
Q1: What are the Health Center's Hours of Operation?
A1: Health Services is open Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Students are seen by appointment for routine care. A nurse is available Saturdays (when school is open) from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Q2: Who is working at Health Services?
A2: Our staff consists of 2 part-time physicians, 2 part-time nurse practictioners, 2 full-time registered nurses, 1 full-time administrative assistant and 1 part-time office associate.
Q3: Do you have a physician?
A3: Our two part-time physicians visit the campus weekly and are available by appointment.
Q4: What medication do you have available?
A4: A variety of over-the-counter medications and some prescription medications are provided free of charge. We do not fill outside prescriptions, however.
Q5: Do you charge for your services?
A5: No. Our services are available at no extra cost to all full-time students. Charges for immunization are billed to the student's account.
Q6: Do you offer allergy shots?
A6: Allergy shots are administered with complete physician orders.
Q7: Do you offer health insurance?
A7: No, students are responsible for their own health insurance. Student fees do not cover laboratory tests, x-rays, emergency services, and hospitalization.
Q8: Do you have any suggestions on what health insurance to get?
A8: The College does not endorse of sponsor and particular health insurance plan. However, information on several student health insurance plans is available through Health Services.
