Health Services
The mission of the Clinic is to provide medical services for injuries and illnesses; to promote healthy lifestyles; and to demonstrate care in a Christ-like manner to the students, faculty, and staff of 鶹Ƶ University.
- Location: PAC F-62A (at the south end of the F Hallway)
- Hours: M–F, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Lunch hour varies depending on daily needs). Please contact us to schedule an appointment prior to your visit.
- Who Is Eligible: 鶹Ƶ faculty, staff & currently enrolled students
- Who Is Not Eligible: Spouses, dependents & alumni
- Contact Us 鶹Ƶ: clinic@uu.edu; 731-661-5284; 731-661-5499 (fax)
Request An Appointment
For appointments, it is recommended to email the health clinic at clinic@uu.edu to schedule an appointment. You may also call the clinic at 731-661-5284 to request an appointment. Appointments will be given at the next available appointment. The 鶹Ƶ University Health Clinic staff will receive this request and will reply accordingly. All information will be kept confidential per HIPAA laws.
If you are having a medical emergency, dial 911, or go to the nearest Emergency Room.
If you are having thoughts of harming yourself, please call or text the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 988, dial 911, or go immediately to the nearest hospital emergency room for evaluation.
For emergency assistance on campus, you may contact Safety & Security at 731-394-2922 (24/7 mobile line).
Forms
Medical Record Requests Sent from 鶹Ƶ
鶹Ƶ University holds clinic health records on all university students for ten years. If you need a copy of your record, we must have the release of information form filled out and faxed back to us at 731.661.5499. Upon receiving the release of information form, please allow two business days to process.
Medical Record Requests Sent to 鶹Ƶ
If you need a copy of your medical record sent to 鶹Ƶ, please send this release of information form to your healthcare provider to facilitate this request.
Health History
Please fill out this form prior to your visit to the Health Clinic to avoid having to fill it out in the lobby.
Vaccination/Immunization Forms
The Tennessee Department of Health has immunization requirements for those who attend college. In compliance with this law, and in an attempt to maintain a safe and healthy campus environment for our students, faculty, and staff, 鶹Ƶ University requires that all entering students provide documented proof of having immunity or having been immunized for MMR, Varicella, and Meningitis ACYW unless medically contraindicated.
Allergy Injection Policy
The Student Health Clinic will administer allergy injections to 鶹Ƶ students with the following provision on file:
- Written orders from your allergist who has provided the appropriate serum.
- Your signature on the allergy injection policy form.
- If student, must be enrolled in current semester.
Psychostimulant Medications
If you have been prescribed a psychostimulant medication for the treatment of ADD, ADHD or other condition, the Student Health Clinic can administer your medication by filling out this form.
Equipment Rentals
For injuries such as sprains, strains, and fractures, we offer crutches and wheelchairs for loan through our Health Center. An agreement is signed with a due date and charges are made to students’ account if an item is not returned on time or in good condition.
Vaccinations
The Tennessee Department of Health has immunization requirements for those who attend college. In compliance with this law, and in an attempt to maintain a safe and healthy campus environment for our students, faculty, and staff, 鶹Ƶ University requires that all entering students provide documented proof of having immunity or having been immunized for MMR, Varicella, and Meningitis ACYW unless medically contraindicated. In such cases, a qualified physician shall certify that administration of such immunization would be harmful to the student involved. Parents or guardians (or the student if over 18 years old) may file a statement with 鶹Ƶ Health Services that the immunizations and other preventative measures conflict with the parents', guardians', or individual's religious tenets and practices, affirmed under the penalties of perjury. (TCA Section 49-6-5001).
Required Vaccinations
鶹Ƶ University and Tennessee Department of Health REQUIRES proof of the following vaccines:
- 2 doses of MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) administered on or after the first birthday or a positive serology test proving immunity of all 3 illnesses.
- 2 doses of Varicella (chickenpox) administered after the first birthday and at least 28 days apart (or if student has a history of chickenpox, he/she can submit a positive serology test proving immunity of Varicella.)
- 1 Meningitis ACWY dose AFTER their 16th birthday.
If you have proof of your required vaccinations, please submit your records as directed on this page.
If vaccinations or proof of vaccinations are still needed, please provide the following form to your healthcare provider for completion.
Required Screenings
All students are required to submit a Tuberculosis Screening.
How to Submit Your Immunization Documents
There are 4 ways to submit your immunization documents:
- Submit the documents online in the .
- You may email these documents to clinic@uu.edu.
- You may mail or fax a copy of these documents to 鶹Ƶ University Health Services:
鶹Ƶ University Health Services
Attn: Jenn Chicantek
UU Box# 1916
1050 鶹Ƶ University Drive
Jackson, TN 38305
Fax# 731-661-5499 - You may bring your documents to the clinic during summer orientation. (Please note, records must be collected prior to move-in day.)
Recommended Vaccinations
These vaccinations are not required but recommended.
- Meningococcal Serotype B
- HPV
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Tetanus-Diptheria-Pertussis (Td or Tdap within past 10 years)
- COVID19
- Influenza
Vaccines Offered in Health Services
Payment will be due at the time of vaccination. We can give you a receipt if you wish to submit a claim for reimbursement since we do not bill insurance. We offer the following vaccinations at 鶹Ƶ University Health Services to students, faculty, and staff. For other immunizations, we recommend the Jackson Madison County Regional Health Department or local pharmacy. Other vaccines may be available to order.
- (oral)
Confidentiality & Request for Records
HIPAA
This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information.
Understanding Your Health Information:
Each time you visit a clinician, or other healthcare provider, a record of your visit is made. Typically, this record contains your symptoms, examination and test results, diagnoses, treatment, and plan for future care or treatment. Being aware of what is in your health record will help you to make more informed decisions when authorizing disclosure to others.
Your Health Information Rights
Although your health record is the physical property of 鶹Ƶ University Student Health Services, the health information it contains belongs to you. You have the right to:
- Inspect and obtain a copy of your health information; there are a few exceptions and copy charges may apply.
- Request to amend your health information.
- Revoke your authorization to use or disclose health information except to the extent that action has already been taken prior to revocation.
- Request a restriction on certain otherwise permitted uses and disclosures of your information; however, we are not required to agree in all circumstances.
- Request a written accounting of disclosures of your health information for the previous six years but not before April 14, 2003 for disclosures other than those made to you for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations or other limited exceptions.
- Request communications of your health information by alternative means or at alternative locations and to obtain a paper copy of this notice upon request.
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact the Student Health Services Director at 731-661-5284 or clinic@uu.edu.
Request for Health Records
鶹Ƶ University holds clinic health records on all university students for ten years. If you need a copy of your record, we must have the release of information form filled out and faxed back to us at 731.661.5499. Upon receiving the release of information form, please allow two business days to process.
