| Frequently Asked Questions
What
does it cost to be seen in the Student Health Center?
All professional services
provided to students in the Health Center are free of charge. Outside
services such as laboratory testing, x-rays, or referrals are not
covered. Some medicines and immunizations are additional as well.
What
can you do for me in the Student Health Center?
Our services include
treatment for minor injuries and illnesses and monitoring of
some chronic conditions such as high blood pressure. We can perform
work, school and job physicals. We offer immunizations against
tetanus, diphtheria, measles, mumps, rubella and Hepatitis B
for minimal fees. We can do testing for pregnancy, HIV/AIDS,
tuberculosis and other conditions. Over the counter medications
such as Tylenol and Aspirin are available free of charge, and
we dispense free condoms. Personal counseling services are available
on a short-term basis. We can make referrals to community agencies,
or help to find appropriate local resources to help with your
more acute or chronic medical problems.
Who
can be seen in the Health Center?
All currently registered
students can be seen and treated by the Health Center staff.
In addition, the Health Center provides first aid services for
staff and visitors, and Tuberculosis testing for Cabrillo personnel.
Can
my family be seen in the Health Center?
Because the SHC is
directly supported by the Health Center fee, we can only treat
registered students.
Who
provides the care in the Health Center?
Our staff consists
of Registered Nurses, Family Nurse Practitioners, and a licensed
Psychological Counselor, who are all Cabrillo staff. In addition,
we have consultation services available through our Medical Director,
an MD Family Planning services are provided through Planned Parenthood,
Mar Monte, who contract to come weekly for a special clinic for
this purpose.
Can
I get health insurance through the Student Health Center?
Cabrillo students are
covered for accidental injuries that occur on campus or during
sanctioned Cabrillo events. There is currently no extended health
insurance available through the College, though we may have some
suggestions for vendors of insurance products at reasonable rates.
Please come in and talk to us individually about your situation
and needs.
What
is the Health Fee that I pay every semester, and what do I
get for it?
Each registered student is assessed $15/Fall
Semester and $16/Spring Semester Health fee ($13 in Summer/Winter
Session) as part of their regular registration fees. This fee covers
direct medical services received in the Student Health Center, accident
coverage for events on campus, access to health education services,
materials, and events, medications dispensed in the SHC, and screening
programs throughout the year.
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