Walk-Ins
Students are seen on a walk-in basis for minor illnesses and injuries such as colds, sore throats, headaches, small cuts, bruises, burns, etc.
Lab Tests
Pregnancy tests and urine tests for bladder infections are screening procedures available in Health Services at no charge.
Injections
Allergy injections will be given during regular office hours. Written instructions from the student's allergist are necessary. Serum may be stored in Health Services.
Flu injections are also available in the fall. The exact date and cost will be announced per semester.
Equipment
Ace bandages and ice packs are available. Loan items include vaporizers and crutches.
Care Procedure
- Discuss problem with Health Services staff.
- A referral will be made by Health Services if necessary.
- Insurance form will be provided for students with school insurance. The school insurance policy has a $20 deductible.
Evenings and Weekends
Non-emergency medical problems such as: colds, sore throats, rashes, etc. can wait until the next working day to be evaluated in the Health Services office.
There are some medical problems which are not considered emergencies but which do require prompt attention such as:
- Urinary tract infections, which are characterized by painful and frequent urination, bloody urine, low back pain, and body-shaking chills.
- Injuries with a suspicion of a broken bone.
- Sore Throats which are bright red, have pus or exudate on tonsils (looks like cottage cheese), and are associated with a high temperature over 101 degrees.
NOTE: NDC Urgent Care is open Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 8 PM and Saturday and Sunday from 9 AM to 4 PM.
Student Health Insurance
Student Health Insurance may vary from year to year depending upon the negotiated contract. Please check your present insurance brochure for specific coverage.
Insurance claim forms are available in Health Services and must be completed:
- Before a referral visit and/or
- As soon as possible after an NDC visit.
Meals for Ill Students in the Residence Halls
Upon evaluation of a student's illness, the nurse will determine if a student is too ill to go to the dining hall.
A meal slip will be issued to be taken to the dining hall by another student or a Resident Assistant to obtain meals.
It would be helpful to have on hand in the residence hall things like ginger ale, bouillon, chicken soup, and juices for times when a regular meal is unappealing or impractical.