Student Health Services

Evaluation and treatment of illnesses and injuries; physicals; rapid tests for flu, strep throat, COVID-19, mononucleosis, UTI, anemia, blood sugar; allergy injections; TB skin testing; evaluation and treatment of STIs; mental health services.

• No co-pay or fee for services, and they do not bill your insurance.
• Call 859-622-1761 to make an appointment
• Or make an appointment online.
• Hours Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• General information about services provided, class excuses, immunizations, etc.

Sexual Health Center (EKU)

Pregnancy tests, pap smears, testing and treatment for some STIs, birth control evaluation and prescription, consultation for other gynecological services.

• No co-pay or fee for services, and they do not bill your insurance.
• Call 859-622-1761 to make an appointment
• Or make an appointment online.
• Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Off-Campus General Health Care and Sexual Health Care

• White House Clinics are located in Richmond, as well as other counties in the area. They provide affordable general health care, dental, mental health support, a pharmacy, and more.
• Planned Parenthood in Lexington, Kentucky, assists with birth control, contraceptives, gender-affirming care, hormone therapy, cancer screenings, and pregnancy support.
• Transform Health in Lexington, Kentucky, provides services to LGBTQ+ people in need of primary care, gender-affirming care, and more.
• The Kentucky Health Justice Network is an online referral resource focusing on members of the LGBTQ+ community.

• Student Health Services provides a list of local pharmacies. Email Student Health Services for a list.
• GoodRx – Sign up for a GoodRx card to compare prices and receive coupons for many common prescriptions. See Kentucky Medicaid information above to receive prescription benefits through Medicaid.
• VA Benefits – The Office of Military and Veterans Affairs at EKU can assist students who are veterans with questions regarding Tri-Care and other healthcare and benefit needs. Call 859-622-2345 to speak to a staff member or email email EKUVETS@eku.edu.
• Doctor Visit Transportation – Kentucky River Foothills provides transportation to Medicaid recipients and has shuttle services in the region. For more information, visit their website or call 859-624-2046.

• Kynect – Kentucky’s benefit website for Medicaid, KCHIP, premium assistance, and other assistance.
• Kentucky Medicaid – Information and overview of benefits and requirements. Scroll down on the site for ways to apply.
• VA Benefits – The Office of Military and Veterans Affairs at EKU can assist students who are veterans with questions regarding Tri-Care and other healthcare and benefit needs. Call 859-622-2345 to speak to a staff member or email EKUVETS@eku.edu.
• Doctor Visit Transportation – Kentucky River Foothills provides transportation to Medicaid recipients and has shuttle services in the region. For more information, visit their website or call 859-624-2046.

EKU Campus Recreation – Your resource for recreation and fitness with an emphasis on holistic well-being. Educational and adventure programs and a state-of-the-art facility.

• Current operating hours
• Fitness programs and classes
• All Programs – Select the classification in the left menu, including adventure programs, club sports, community events, group fitness classes, and other events.

• EKU Counseling Center: An EKU counselor can refer students to recovery programs in the region. Call 859-622-1303 to make an appointment with an EKU counselor.
• Rediscover – Eating Disorder Recovery: 345 Big Hill Ave., Richmond, KY; 859-353-5311; Email: hannah@rediscoverky.com; Rediscover website
• Bluegrass Nutrition Counseling: 3167 Custer Dr., Suite 301, Lexington, KY; 859-388-9152; Bluegrass Nutrition website

• The Center for Student Accessibility provides accommodations for students with chronic illnesses or physical needs as well as short-term accommodations for short-term injuries. to learn more about applying for services, see their description of needs covered and required documentation, as well as the online application.
• To report any barriers to access on campus, fill out the Barrier Report.