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Increase in Influenza cases

Student Health Service has begun to identify increasing numbers of cases of influenza, starting the week of October 30, 2022. This is consistent with significant increases in cases of influenza in our community and North Carolina.   According to the CDC, the best way to prevent […]


Clinic Appointments Open

As of Monday, October 31, we are moving back to a hybrid model where students can schedule an appointment or can walk in for urgent care, pending availability. To schedule an appointment, go to the Student Health Portal


Seeking off-campus care

What to know about urgent care Urgent care is a same-day doctor’s office and an excellent option for seeking acute care outside Deacon Health clinic hours. If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911. Urgent care is not an emergency room. Call ahead to see […]


Staying healthy as seasons change

The Student Health Service frequently sees patients concerned about common seasonal illnesses such as the flu, “stomach bugs” and respiratory illnesses that might affect their ability to keep up with academic commitments and social activities. One of the challenges of being a student on a […]


Respiratory Illness Resources

Our campus and surrounding area is experiencing a higher volume of non-COVID respiratory illness. This is having an impact on the amount of same-day appointments that Student Health Service is able to see.  Viral upper respiratory infections are among the most common infections seen at Student Health. The typical symptoms are nasal […]


New Students HIIF Form Deadline approaching

This is an important reminder to all incoming new students, both undergraduate and graduate, that your completed Health Information & Immunization Form is due by Friday, July 1. Details about this requirement and instructions to upload can be found on our website at


Easter Weekend Hours

Our clinic will be unavailable for clinical services beginning at 3 p.m. on Thursday, April 14 through Sunday, April 17. Clinical Services will resume on Monday, April 18 at 8:30 am Resources during Clinic Closure A registered nurse will be available for telephone consultations while the clinic is closed […]


Spring Break update

Our clinic will be unavailable for clinical services beginning at 5 pm on Friday, March 4. Clinical Services will resume on Monday, March 14 at 8:30 am Resources during Clinic Closure A registered nurse will be available for telephone consultations while the clinic is closed for urgent […]


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