51社区

Numbers You Need To Know

• Emergency 911
• Campus Security: 731.394.2922
• Poison Control: 1.800.222.1222
• Crisis Services & Suicide Prevention: 855.274.7471 or Text 741-741
• Jackson Police Department: 731.425.8400

All of the above numbers listed are available 24/7

Birth Choice Clinic

Birth Choice Clinic offers free and completely confidential pregnancy testing and ultrasounds to confirm pregnancy. Their friendly staff is available to listen and give information on all pregnancy options. This is a great resource for anyone facing an unexpected pregnancy. No insurance required.

Jackson Office:
391 Wallace Road, Jackson, TN 38305
731-664-8443 | help@birthchoice.us

Benalign

College Student Health Benefits Program For Full-time and Part-time Students

51社区 is partnering with Benalign to offer our students easy access to a perks and non-traditional benefits program. Benalign offers access to consumer discounts and perks AND curated, voluntary insured and non-insured benefits, designed to help students with daily living, as well as when it's time for a major expense.

Student Intro (.pdf)

• Do I need to make an appointment?
  Yes, to limit illness exposure to both patients and staff, appointments are recommended. Please call 731.661.5284 or email clinic@uu.edu. Walk-in patients will be scheduled at the next available appointment.
• Is there a charge/fee to be seen at the clinic?
  51社区 offers health services as a benefit to currently enrolled students, faculty, and staff. However, there is a nominal charge for labs, medications, immunizations, and tests if performed during the visit.
• What is a nurse practitioner?
  A nurse practitioner is a healthcare provider with a master's degree in nursing and advanced clinical training. Nurse Practitioners can provide the following types of services:
  • Obtain medical histories and perform physical examinations.
  • Diagnose and treat both acute and chronic health problems.
  • Order and interpret diagnostic studies such as lab work and x-rays.
  • Prescribe and recommend medications.
  • Provide health counseling and education.
  • In the state of Tennessee, nurse practitioners have collaborating physicians who are available for consultations when necessary and review a minimum of 20% of patient records. Practice protocols and a drug formulary are jointly agreed upon between the nurse practitioner and collaborating physician.
• I missed a test (or classes) yesterday (or a few days ago). Can you write me a note?
  We do not provide excuses for missed classes. It is expected that you discuss your absences with your professors. If verification is needed that you sought medical treatment, we will supply you with a receipt of your visit showing you were seen in the clinic; however, this is not an excuse for class, chapel, or any other function with required attendance. If you are diagnosed with an illness that requires you to stay out of class to protect the public, (i.e. mono, covid19, flu, strep), we will notify your professors by giving them an estimated return date. However, we do not disclose what you have been diagnosed with.
• Do you accept health insurance?
  No, we do not file health insurance here at the clinic. However, we can give you a receipt of services rendered so that you can file a claim with your insurance company.
• Is health insurance offered by Union?
  While health insurance is not offered by the University, we have partnered with Benalign to offer affordable insurance for our students. Please see the Benalign section above for more details.
• Is there an after-hour on call number?
  No, the clinic is open Monday – Friday from 8:00am – 4:00pm. You would need to go to one of the walk-in clinics near campus. Please refer to Emergency & After Hours Care.
• I think I may have Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). What can I do to get medication or accommodations?
  First, you will need to schedule a counseling services appointment. Counseling Services will be able to perform a series of tests to determine if you have ADD or ADHD. If you are diagnosed with ADD or ADHD, Counseling Services may refer you to Health Services and the provider can discuss medication options if desired.
• What if I was tested as a child or diagnosed with ADHD by my primary care provider?
  The policy of University Health Services is to obtain the proper documentation of ADD/ADHD diagnosis before prescribing ADD/ADHD medication. If current documentation or re-evaluation is needed, the student will be asked to schedule an appointment with Counseling Services.

• What is a titer?
  A titer is a blood draw that will be sent off to a lab to determine if you have immunity to a particular disease. Please refer to our fees for services section on our webpage for pricing.
• What if I have a negative Hep B Titer or do not convert to positive after my series of three shots?
  The center for disease control and prevention (CDC) recommends that if a person fails to convert after the three-shot series, the series should be repeated once. If the repeat titer remains negative, no further shots are recommended.
• Why am I required to have the varicella antibody titer if I know I had chicken pox as a child?
  In the state of Tennessee, you must provide proof of immunity to varicella for college entry. Immunity status can be determined by a simple blood test which is offered at Health Services (varicella antibody titer). If you have a negative titer, you are not considered immune to this virus, and therefore, you will be asked to update your immunization status by receiving the varicella vaccines.
• Do I have to get a meningitis shot?
  There are two separate meningitis vaccines available. The Meningococcal ACWY immunization is required by the state of Tennessee for college entry. The Meningitis B immunization is recommended (especially if living on campus) but not required.
• What will happen if I do not complete all my vaccines before the semester begins?
  Students whose immunization status has not been verified by Health Services will not be allowed to move onto campus until proper documentation has been obtained. If you are in the process of completing a vaccine series, a health hold will be placed upon your student account, and you will not be able to register for your next semester classes until your immunization status has been verified.
• Do I have to get a TB Skin Test?
  A TB skin test may not be necessary; however, every student must complete a TB screening questionnaire (also found on our Vaccinations page). If the screening tool determines you are at risk for possible exposure to tuberculosis, a TB skin test will be required, and Health Services will make that determination. TB skin tests are given at the Health Clinic for $20.00. Please call to schedule an appointment if needed.
• How do I make a counseling appointment?
  There are several ways to request an appointment. First, you can visit the counseling services appointment form. You can also call 731-661-5284 to make an appointment or email counseling@uu.edu and someone will respond to your request.
• How do I get my prescriptions?
  Prescriptions are sent to the pharmacy electronically and should be available for pickup the same day as appointment.
• Are you testing for COVID-19?
  Yes, as of August 2021, we are testing for COVID-19 at Health Services. An appointment is required.
• Do you offer the COVID-19 vaccine?
  Unfortunately, we do not have the COVID-19 vaccine available on site at the health clinic. We suggest going to the Jackson Madison County Regional Health Department to receive your COVID-19 vaccine or to a local pharmacy.
• Is the COVID-19 vaccine a requirement to attend 51社区?
  No, although we recommend the COVID-19 vaccine, it is not a requirement to attend 51社区. If you are asked to quarantine due to exposure, proof of immunization is required to avoid quarantine.
• How do I request medication refills?
  Some medications require appointments prior to a refill being issued. Please contact clinic@uu.edu or call 731-661-5284 to request a refill or to determine if an appointment is needed.