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Student Health Services

The mission of Student Health Services is to promote the mental and physical wellbeing of our students through disease prevention strategies and acute care of illness. We believe students are better equipped for academic success when they are physically and mentally healthy.

General Information

Eligibility
All students enrolled in classes at Eastern Kentucky University may utilize Student Health Services. Students should present a picture ID at the time of check-in to verify status.

Student Financial Responsibility
There is no co-pay or fee for services at Student Health Services, and we do not bill your insurance.

Appointment Information
Call 859-6221761 to schedule an appointment. Please arrive on time for all appointments.

Emergency Care & After-Hours
In the event of a life-threatening emergency, please call 911.
If you need medical care when Student Health Services is closed, please visit one of the Urgent Care Centers and Emergency Rooms available in our area.

Services Provided

Evaluation and treatment of illnesses and injuries
Physicals
Rapid testing for flu, strep throat, COVID-19, mononucleosis, UTI, anemia, and blood sugar
Mental health services
Laboratory services (as determined by our providers; no outside orders)

Pregnancy test
Pap smears
Testing and treatment for chlamydia and gonorrhea
Birth control evaluation and prescription
Consultation of other gynecologic services

Birth Control
Student Health Services offers birth control prescriptions except for any form of birth control that must be implanted, such as: Nexplanon (arm implant), ParaGard, Mirena, Kyleena, Liletta, or Skyla (IUDs).

Referrals
Sometimes there is a need for a referral to a local specialist for extended services. In case of this, it is a good idea to hold on to your health insurance card or apply for health insurance. If you do not have health insurance, visit here for our health insurance suggestion.

All gynecologic appointment services are free to students. Schedule an appointment for GYN/Sexual Health Clinic online or call 859-622-1761.

Student Health Services provides free condoms during normal operating hours.
Student Health Services offers free testing for gonorrhea and chlamydia. It is essential to follow the directions of the medical staff to obtain results in a prompt manner. Results are provided in approximately 7 business days after initial screening.
For other STIs, some require bloodwork or a pelvic exam within the Gynecologic Clinic. Please call Student Health Services at 859-622-1761 for more information.

TB Skin Tests

TB Skin tests can be performed by Student Health Services for no fee. Appointments can be made for TB Skin Tests which are performed on certain dates and times:
Mondays and Tuesdays only: 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.
There is a 48–72-hour timeframe as to when you must return to receive the results of the TB Skin Test. The days and times provided below are reserved to only receive the results of the TB Skin test. TB Skin Test results are provided on the following dates and times:
Wednesdays and Thursdays, depending on the timeframe stated by the Nurse

Immunizations

It is not a requirement to be immunized to register for courses, but some departments may require certain vaccines. Please check with your department to determine if you need a vaccine.
Lab titers for immunity are also available and may help to determine if a vaccine is necessary.
Vaccines and Blood Titers must be done before 3:00 p.m., Monday-Friday.

Continuation of Allergy Injections

Students must provide the appropriate paperwork prior to the continuation of allergy injections at Student Health Services. Call 859-622-1761 for additional information.
Please note: Allergy Injections are not to be done between 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. or later than 4:00 p.m. Allergy Injections are only done during normal business hours and not on the weekend or when the university is closed.

Medical Records
Medical records are strictly confidential and are not released to anyone without the student’s knowledge and a signed authorization.

Class Excuses
Being excused from classes is an academic decision, and students need to communicate directly with their instructors. A statement will be given by the provider for the following reasons:

Referral for hospitalization or specialty care.
Referral home for medical care.
At the discretion of the provider, e.g. medical isolation, activity/work restrictions, etc.