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Mission Statement
Provide quality health and medical care to a diverse multi-cultural student body and community. Plan and promote health awareness programs for the campus. Encourage good health practices, and give prompt attention to illnesses and injuries. Serve the population with a philosophy built on integrity, honesty, dedication, and compassion. Learn More
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Health Alerts and Notices
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Health Services is located in the Allen-Frazier Residence Hall, Room 151. Health Services is under the direction of a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Medical assessment, treatment and referrals are given with minimal physician supervision; the nurse must have adequate training and certification. Health Services operates Monday through Friday, from 8:30a.m. To 5:30p.m.
Health Alerts:
Bacterial Meningitis
Influenza
HIV Testing Services
Monday – Friday 8:30-5:30
By Appointment Only:
512.505.3039 or 1.877.HT.78702
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University Health Services
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Huston-Tillotson University Health Services is committed to providing quality health care that is accessible, timely, and customer service oriented with dignity. Student Health Services communicates with the student body in order to remain responsive to the changing health needs of students.
The Health Center serves all full-time students enrolled at the University. The Center is under the direction of a Licensed Vocational Nurse. Primary medical services include immunizations, vital signs interpretation, glucose testing, urinalysis, over-the-counter medications, drug testing, transportation for medical reasons (for appointments only), HIV counseling and testing, First Aid/CPR, ear irrigations, suture removals, vision screening, and health related programming.
St. David’s Medical Center and Brackenridge Hospital has served as our primary care facility for off-campus emergencies. The Medical Director for Health Services is Dr. Augustine Batlle.
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Confidentiality
Confidentiality is of primary concern. Records are released only on signature of student or court order. The nurse takes the position that, as the health director/provider, the nurse must maintain the same confidentiality that is expected from the physician. Learn More.
First Aid Kits
There is a first aid kit in the office of each Resident Hall Director. It is stocked, as needed. It is the responsibility of the Residential Hall Director or Resident Hall Assistance to notify Health Services for restocking. Learn More.
Health Services Procedures
To effectively serve the health issues of students, HT Health Services has in place procedures related to medical excuses for absenteeism, health services referrals, university related accidents, special dietary requests, student insurance and other health needs and concerns. Learn More.
HIV/AIDS Policy
Huston-Tillotson University chooses to respond to the threat of HIV infection. The College provides equal access to all educational programs to every student without regard to physical disability, which includes HIV infection. Huston-Tillotson University conforms to all federal, state and local laws and policies. Learn More.
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Health Education Program and Classes
The Student Health Center plans and promotes health education programs and classes. Learn More.
Immunization Policy
In accordance with the Texas Department of Health Immunization Schedule as informed by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendations and adopted by the Texas Board of Health. A student shall show acceptable evidence of vaccination prior to entry, attendance, or transfer to a private institution of higher education. Learn More.
Medication Policy
The Health Center dispenses over the counter medications and durable medical equipment at no additional charge to our students. Learn More.
Pregnancy Policy
Huston-Tillotson University permits students to attend classes and participate in university activities while pregnant. Learn More.
Student Heath Insurance Policy
The university requires health insurance for all full-time students (those enrolled for 12 or more credit hours) and offers a year-round insurance program for a nominal fee. Learn More.
Transportation Policy
The following policies have been set forth concerning student transportation in the case of illness or injury. Learn More.
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