Welcome to Student Health Services
The Charles R. Drew Health Center is located on the campus of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore, diagonally from WESM, the campus radio station. The Health Center functions as a resource to help students achieve and maintain wellness, as well as a treatment center for health problems within the student population. The Student Health Center provides health care to the student population that is convenient, affordable and accessible within a pleasant, professional atmosphere.
Health Services Information:
After Hours
For services after hours, students should seek care from the local hospital emergency room. The hospital is Peninsula Regional Medical Center, in Salisbury, Maryland. Students who cannot arrange transportation should contact Campus Police for referral to the Student Non-Emergency Driver. In life-threatening or serious medical situations, 911 should be utilized.
Confidentiality
Information provided to the Student Health Center is strictly for use by the Health Center staff and will not be released to anyone without student knowledge and written consent. The exceptions to this are cases of life-threatening illness or court subpoena.
Eligibility
All currently registered students who live on or off campus are eligible for services. Additional charges may be required for some services.
Fees
Specific services will incur a cost to the student. Payment is accepted from the Hawk Express account only.
Hours
The Student Health Center provides services from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday during the semesters. Hours may vary during semester breaks and holidays. Students are seen on a walk-in basis. Appointments are required for some exam procedures.
Location
The Charles R. Drew Health Center is located on Dean Harris Court, diagonally across from the campus radio station (WESM).
Medical Emergencies
In a life threatening situation on campus contact the Campus Police at (410) 651-6590 and notify the Resident Assistant or Area Director. If medical emergencies occur while off-campus, contact 911 for an ambulance.
Medical Excuses
- Please arrange your visit outside of, not during, your scheduled class time
- Visit notes are not automatically issued for every visit
- Notes are not given for non-urgent conditions (colds, sore throat, upset stomach, rash routine appointments/ testing consultations, etc.)
- A note will not determine if you will be allowed to make up a missed assignment or if your absence will be officially excused. The decision is solely the responsibility of the instructor.
- We do not issue notes for work
- If in our medical opinion, the condition is urgent or serious, a note will be given. Student who choose to visit the Health Center during class time for non-serious conditions will need to discuss the absence with their instructor
- We do not issue visit notes during mid-terms or finals
- You are advised not to miss class waiting to be seen
Recommended Immunizations
- Tetanus (within last 10 years)
- Hepatitis B Series
- Varicella (chickenpox) if no history of having the disease
Required Documents
Students are required to submit health history and immunization proof upon entry to the university. Documentation of the following is required:
- MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella)----- 2 doses
- PPD (Tuberculosis skin test)--------------- within the previous 12 months
- Meningitis Vaccine or waiver---------------(on campus student)
Required Immunizations
All students, including graduate, transfer and international, who are registered as UMES students, regardless of number of credit hours are required to provide a completed health history form and proof of up-to-date immunization status for measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and tuberculosis (TB) prior to registering for and attending classes. Students living in campus housing must also meet the meningitis requirement.
Failure to submit your health and immunization for by the deadline will affect your access to scheduling. You may mail, fax or hand deliver the records (when delivering, be sure to give forms to Student Health Center staff) Please keep a copy of your records.
The following immunizations are required:
- MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella)----- 2 doses
- PPD (Tuberculosis skin test)--------------- within the previous 12 months
- Meningitis Vaccine or waiver---------------(on campus student)
Links
Health and History Immunization Form
Important Information about Immunizations
Health Links
American College Health Association
www.acha.org
Ask Alice
www.goaskalice.columbia.edu
Health A to Z
www.healthatoz.com
Health Finder
www.healthfinder.gov
Web MD
www.webmd.com