An individual student's medical record is available only to members of the UHS staff, and any information contained therein can be released only with that student's permission. Records are maintained for 6 years after the last entry and then destroyed. University Counseling Services keeps records that are separate from medical records. Again, information can be disclosed only with the student's authorization, except in case of life-threatening emergency. Health Education UHS has a strong commitment to prevention as part of health care, and UHS provides programs on various health-related topics for groups.
Individual sessions are also available on request.
Tetanus boosters and tuberculin testing are available as needed without charge. Allergies Students may continue to receive allergy injections prescribed by their allergist while in school. The extract is supplied by the student and kept at UHS for injection at scheduled appointment times. Students wishing to use this service should contact UHS for more detailed information. UHS is willing to provide a resource list for these services.