Frequently Asked Questions
WELLNESS CARE & LIFESTYLE CHANGES
Q: What if I have questions or concerns about staying well or making lifestyle changes?
A: Your questions will be dealt with seriously, respectfully and confidentially. Only you can decide what changes you will make, and who, if anyone, you would like notified of any changes. We will help you in any way we can.
Q: What if I get sick?
A: Any student who identifies a health care need may stop in or make an appointment to see a nurse. The nurse will complete an assessment, and provide appropriate health care and educational counseling for common college health problems. If additional medical care is needed, students may be referred to the Student Health Services’ nurse practitioner or to their primary physician, if local. If health problems require referral and students do not have medical insurance, they may be referred by the nurse to local urgent care facilities. Physical exams may also be arranged through the nurse; fees vary with providers.
Q: What if I miss a class because I am sick?
A: If you are going to be out a week or longer, we will assist you with notifying instructors. You are still responsible for contacting instructors for assignments and to make-up work and tests.
IMMUNIZATION
Q: What immunizations do I need to attend college?
A: Students born on or after January 1, 1957, and registering for six or more credit hours, must submit a certificate of immunization to Student Health Services, prior to registering for classes. New York State Public Health Law, Section 2165, requires medical proof of the following immunizations: Measles: Two doses of live measles (given 1968 or after). The first dose must have been given on or after 12 months of age. The second dose must have been given on or after 15 months of age. Mumps & rubella: One dose of live vaccine received on or after the first birthday.
Effective August 15, 2003, New York State also requires that all students enrolled in 6 or more credits (except Gemini) receive information on meningococcal meningitis disease and vaccine availability. The student or parent of a minor child must sign and return to Student Health Services a form indicating that they have received the meningitis information, and have either (1) had the vaccine, or (2) decline to receive the vaccine.
Download
the immunization certificate containing the meningitis response
form.
(.pdf, Adobe
Acrobat file)
Q: Where do I get these records?
A: Request
a copy of your record from the Nurse's Office at a high school you
attended or from your physician.
You may also submit a physician's note and signature verifying a
documented medical history of measles or mumps, or serologic evidence
of immunity
from measles, mumps, or rubella (a notation by a physician or certified
medical laboratory that "antibodies are positive and demonstrate
a level of immunity.") (Baby records from parents which do not
contain a physician or health provider's signature are unacceptable
as proof of immunization).
Q: I was in the Service and received all those shots. Do I still need to provide proof of immunity?
A: Yes. You may try to acquire a
copy of your record from the service. You may also need a copy of your
immunization record from high school or your physician.
What if I do not supply the required shot record? The College is required
by law, and will withdraw you from classes.
ATHLETICS
Q: Do I need a physical exam for sports?
A: Yes. A physical examination is required to participate in the Intercollegiate Sports Program. Please contact the Athletic Trainer for information regarding sports physicals at (585)394-3500 ext. 7295.