a primary care clinic for students, their spouses, and dependents

A primary care clinic for students, their spouses, and dependents.

• Information online at www.studenthealth.utah.edu click on “Attention New International Students”

The Services Provided at the Student Health Center

• Proof of Immunity• TB Skin Test• Health and Wellness

appointments• Sick and illness care• Prescription Assistance• Women’s health• Travel Medicine

The Services Provided at the Student Health Center

• Staff include:• Physicians

(Doctors)• Nurses• Nurse Practitioners• Insurance Support

The Basics of Insurance• Health Insurance protects you against

incurring debt because of a medical emergency.

• It is a contract between an insurance provider and an individual.

• It is a smart way to stay healthy and free yourself of worry!

The Basics of InsuranceCommon terms:

Premium• The amount of money you pay for the policy you

select.

Deductible• The initial portion of a covered expense which

must be paid by the insured person

Pre-existing Condition• A condition that existed prior to the effective date

of coverage under the given insurance policy

Insurance at the U• All new international students will be

enrolled in University of Utah Student Health Insurance Plan

Cost included as separate item in your tuition bill• You must pay for this insurance by the

tuition day or you will receive a registration hold

Insurance at the U: Waiver• If you have an existing insurance plan, you may

be eligible for a waiver of the insurance requirement• Be cautious if you purchase non-University

insurance, they may not provide protection and coverage if you become sick.

• Contact Kerry Hill for more information• 801-581-5804 or kerry.hill@shs.utah.edu

   For the fall semester, the waiver is available from August 15th through

September 8th.

Proof of Immunity at the U• Must show proof of vaccination for measles,

mumps and rubella (MMR)• Proof must be translated into English• If you don’t know, Student Health Center can

take a blood sample• Must submit proof of Tuberculosis (TB) Skin Test

• If none is available, you can make a TB Skin Test appointment with Student Health Center

• Available by phone or at orientation (document check-ins)

Making Appointments1. Purchase Health Insurance by paying tuition

bill2. Complete forms online (

www.studenthealth.utah.edu)3. Call 801-581-64314. Bring completed forms with you to your

appointment*Note: appointment not needed if feeling sick

on shuttle route green or black, free parking

You Are Here

Final Reminders1. If you are sick or hurt and

not in a life-threatening situation, go to Student Health Center first (M – F, 7:30 AM – 5 PM; Sat., 9 AM – 12 PM)

2. For life threatening situations, go to the Emergency Room (ER)

3. Update immunization and immunity information with the Student Health Center

4. Print insurance cards online

University of Utah Campus

General University General University Information #Information #801-581-7200801-581-7200

(University Police and Security)

Campus Alert System campusalert.utah.edu

Keep valuables close by or locked up!

No marijuana

Salt Lake City Area

Safest States in America:

MaineVermont

New HampshireSouth Dakota

Utah

Walk in the day time with groups of people

SLC Elevation: 4,209 feet (1,283 m)

Automobile Safety

To drive, you must To drive, you must have a Utah Driver’s have a Utah Driver’s LicenseLicense

Utah IDs are also Utah IDs are also available but do available but do not permit drivingnot permit driving

Computer Safety and e-mail Scams

Online Safety - Online Safety - Keep Your Identity Safe and Privatepersonal

informationcredit card numberspersonal profiles moneyonline shopping

password E-MAIL attachmentsanti-virus protection softwareunsolicited (spam), harassing or offensive e-mail

Be aware of e-mail scamsBe aware of e-mail scams If you receive an e-mail or any type of If you receive an e-mail or any type of

communication thatcommunication that– asks for personal information or– mentions your visa or passport or legal

status in the U.S Make sure you know who you are Make sure you know who you are

communicating with. Be careful of scams!communicating with. Be careful of scams!

If you have any doubts, please contact ISS.If you have any doubts, please contact ISS.

Student Services Building 426

801-581-6826

Offers support to U Offers support to U students to assist students to assist with personal, with personal, academic and career academic and career concerns.concerns.

Resources:Counseling Center

Madsen Health Center

801-581-6431

Offers support to U Offers support to U students to assist with students to assist with health, insurance, and health, insurance, and immunization immunization concerns.concerns.

Resources:Student Health Center

Union Building 234

801-581-2788

Student Government Student Government with campus with campus involvement and involvement and leadership leadership opportunitiesopportunities

Resources:ASUU

Union Building 410

801-581-8876

Offers support to U Offers support to U students to assist students to assist with cultural and with cultural and immigration immigration concerns.concerns.

Resources:International Student & Scholar Services

ISS Programs:• Language and Culture Exchange

Program• International Women’s

AssociationInternational Spouse Orientation:

Friday, August 29th 4:30 – 6:30 pm, Union Theatre

• Friendship Family Program

• International Ambassadors and iMentors

Union Building 410

801-581-8876

Participate in the Passport to Success during orientation and your first year at the U!!

– Mandatory and Optional• American Classroom• Library Services• Transportation• Tutoring Services• Volunteering• Student rights/responsibilities