Flu Vaccine Clinics – Beginning September 30
The University Health Service is holding its first Flu Vaccine Clinic on Monday, September 30 from 11:00-1:00 in Wilson Commons. Additional clinic dates will be announced through multiple means on campus. Students are asked to bring their insurance card to the clinic. The charge for the flu shot will be billed to the student's insurance plan. If the cost is not covered, the charge will be sent to the student's tuition billing statement. Students can receive their shot at UHS by appointment, if they prefer. The number to call to schedule an appointment is 585-275-2662. Click here for a list of flu vaccine clinic dates.
UR Healthy! – New from the UHS Health Promotion Office!
The UHS Health Promotion Office and its many co-sponsors and supporters are offering 3 weeks of programming devoted to mental, physical, spiritual, sexual, and social well-being! Check the calendar of events and the Program Descriptions to find programs, events, and activities focused on health. Thank you to the many "UR Healthy" co-sponsors and supporters.
Healthy Monday @ UR
Every Monday is a Healthy Monday @ UR!! You can make Mondays a day to recommit to your health by setting goals, being active, and being mindful of your health (spiritually, emotionally, etc.). Each Monday follows a theme – Motivated Monday (1st Monday), Move It Monday (2nd Monday), Meatless Monday (3rd Monday), and Mellow Out Monday (4th Monday). Like us on Facebook to keep up-to-date with Healthy Monday @ UR events!!
Student Health 101 – Especially for UR students!!
Student Health 101 is a monthly online health and wellness magazine just for UR students. Each issue contains articles that will help you gain a better understanding of the health and wellness challenges that you face. See what UR students have to say about the topic of the month. You, too, could be interviewed by our own Campus Correspondent!! Each month you can enter the drawing on the site, and you could win $1,000.
Online Insurance Process – Online site is now closed.
The Fall Open Enrollment Period for the Online Insurance Process is now closed. The online site will re-open in November for students who are beginning their full-time studies in January or who are returning from studying abroad in the fall semester. If you have questions write to the UHS Insurance Advisors at insurance@uhs.rochester.edu for assistance. Please include your student ID in your message. For information about health insurance, check "Health Insurance for Full-time Students" on the UHS web site.
Requesting Your Immunization Record
If you need documentation of your immunizations for graduate school, a job, or another reason, UHS can help you by providing you with a list of immunizations that are documented in the UHS database. To request your immunization record, e-mail hhf@uhs.rochester.edu. Put "Immunization Record Request" in the subject line. Include your name, birth date, your years at the University, your student ID (if you know it), and your mailing address or fax number. Requests are usually processed in 3-5 business days.
Questions about Aetna Student Health – Numbers to Call
If you are enrolled in the Aetna Student Health Plan and have questions about your benefits, the services not covered, your ID card, the pharmacy benefit, enrolling or waiving, or other concerns, we can help you decide which number to call. Check the list of phone numbers for help. Check the Aetna Student Health web site for more information about the insurance plan.
For more information, contact Linda Dudman in the UHS Health Promotion Office at (585) 273-5770 or ldudman@uhs.rochester.edu