Many illnesses are self-limiting and can be managed without seeking medical care. Learning to provide self-care is an important part of becoming an educated citizen. Encourage your student to check out the self-care information located on the Health Center website or in person at the Health Center pharmacy.

Students who need medical care have several options at the University Health Center:

• Schedule an appointment in General Medicine
  • Online scheduling is available through MyJMUChart or by calling 540-568-6178.
  • During peak cold and flu season, same day appointments may not be available. If your student is too ill to wait for the next available appointment, they should try the Talk to a Nurse option.
• Talk to a Nurse
  • If your student needs help determining the best option for their needs or cannot find an appointment within their preferred timeframe this is a good place to start.
  • Students can call 540-568-6178 and ask to speak to a nurse. The student will be placed on the nurses’ schedule and will receive a return phone call. They will typically hear back from a nurse that same day.
  • The nurse will talk to the student about their symptoms and let them know if self-care should be sufficient or if they should seek medical care. If medical care is advised but there are no online appointments available at that time, the nurse may be able to work with your student to find one that fits their needs.
• Walk-in to Urgent Care
  • Urgent Care is an option for students who have certain urgent medical needs. These include conditions that require prompt attention rather than waiting for an appointment or that are best handled through that facility due to location and provider specialization. Examples of medical problems typically treated in Urgent Care include:
    • Cuts or injuries that may require stitches
    • Minor injuries including strains, sprains or minor fractures (on-site x-rays are available if needed)
    • Vomiting for more than 24 hours
    • Acute allergic reactions (trouble breathing, hives, swelling of the lips, tongue or throat)
    • Urinary tract infections in females
    • Ingrown toenails
    • Abscesses or boils