Health Services

The best way to prevent the spread of infectious disease is to stay home/dorm when you are sick.
So, if you are ill and want advice about how to care for yourself at school or home, email the student Health Nurse at healthservices@uapb.edu or call (870) 575-7106 (when open).
Available Services
Health Awareness Peer Educators
Health Awareness Peer Educators (HAPE) are a group of compassionate students at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff whose key focus is HIV/AIDS. The students are trained by certified teachers in HIV/AIDS education which provides information and support to assist in positive lifestyles behaviors. They communicate with peers about health concerns and issues (obesity, personal hygiene, blood donation, etc.) and they serve as a resource and role model to all people who connect with them. They believe an educated peer or person is a more balanced individual in determining his or her destiny.
Apply for membership.
Lifesaving Naloxone (Narcan)
The local Health Department provides Family Planning
Services on the campus of UAPB.
Service Information
When: Every 4th Thursday, except for holidays
Time: 8:30 am- 3:00 pm
Services include:
- Women’s Health Services
- Contraception Methods & Counseling
- Pregnancy Testing and Counseling
- STI Testing and Prevention Planning
International Student Guide: When to Seek Emergency Services
After Hours Emergency Information
Management of Students Positive for Monkey Pox
CDC Guidelines for Respiratory Viruses
Medical Forms
Parent Consent Form
- Personal Medical History
- Student Medical Data Sheet
The Student Health Services has no authority to excuse student from class or work-study due to illness. The student is responsible for providing professors or work-study supervisors with an explanation for absence.
Immunization Requirements
It is a mandate of the Arkansas Department of Health that all students attending colleges and universities in the state show proof of 2 MMR ( measles, mumps rubella) immunizations, immunity to measles, mumps and rubella, a medical or non-medical exemption, or birth before January 1957.
Acceptable proof of immunization is an official immunization record from another educational institution in Arkansas, a licensed medical doctor, or an authorized public health representative, or military service. Documentation must state the vaccine type and dates of vaccine administration must be provided and entered on the record. Terms such as “up-to-date,” ”complete,” “adequate,” etc. are not to be accepted as proof of immunization.
- In lieu of receiving vaccine; immunity can be shown by providing documented evidence (Such as a letter from the Arkansas Department of Health approving serology as proof of immunity), of appropriate serological testing.
- Proof that the student has applied for or received a medical or non-medical exemption for those vaccines he/she has not received will be accepted in lieu of receiving vaccine.
- Proof that the student was born prior to January 1, 1957, will be accepted in lieu of receiving vaccine.
- Proof that the student has applied for or received a non-medical (religious) exemption will be accepted in lieu of receiving the vaccine. This exemption is granted “ on the grounds that such immunization conflicts with the religious tenets and practices of a recognized church or religious denomination of which said individual is an adherent or member” in accordance with Arkansas Statue. Exemption shall be granted only by the Arkansas Department of Health. The exemption form must have a signature and seal of a Notary Public and a new form must be completed every school year.
Exceptions
1. If a student has previously received two doses of measles, one dose of mumps and one dose of rubella before January 1, 2010, the doses will be accepted as compliant to immunization requirements and 2 MMR’s are not required.
2. Students who receive their education by correspondence or on-line and do not attend any classes on campus are not require to receive MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccine.

Welcome to Student Health Services

Our staff is committed to the concepts of wellness and prevention and to providing a quality treatment for your physical needs. We encourage you to visit the Student Health Services not only when you are ill or injured, but also when you have questions or concerns about any health and wellness issues. Good health is an essential part of a successful educational experience.

Mission

Using a collaborative approach toward the total student development, the mission of Student Health Services is to ensure students who use this facility maintain an optimal level of health.

Staff

The center is staffed by a Professional Registered Nurse, and a Secretary. Also, a Reproductive Registered Nurse Practitioner provides Women’s Health Services, the 4th Thursday each month thru partnership with the local County Health Unit.

Keeping You Healthy

Due to increased precautions surrounding respiratory viruses, UAPB Student Health Services is upholding it’s commitment to keeping you and others safe by introducing some new safeguards for our students.

We respectfully ask that before traveling to the clinic for symptoms such as high fever, cough, or shortness of breath, please contact us first at (870) 575-7106. We can then discuss your symptoms with you and address any concerns over the phone to determine if a visit, or further testing, is necessary.

You may also message the nurse via healthservices@uapb.edu. Messages will be answered in the order they are received during normal business hours.

First Appointment/ Visit

Have your student photo ID ready when checking-in.
Bring a copy of your insurance card if you have insurance.
Minor Consent Form

We ask that all parents of UAPB students who are under the age of 18, please complete this form found here.

Thank you for assisting us with this task.

Available Hours:

No appointment needed. Student ID required
Monday-Friday; 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM
After Hours Emergencies: UAPB Public Safety (870) 575-8102
Jefferson Regional Medical Center (870) 541-7100
Contact Information:
Belinda Holmes, Registered Nurse
Joyce Scott, Administrative Specialist II
Phone: (870) 575-7106
Fax: (870) 575-4677
Office of Student Health Services
1200 N. University/Browne Infirmary, Mail Slot 4965
Pine Bluff, Arkansas 71601

Confidentiality

Student Health Services maintains strict HIPAA guidelines. All information obtained from students is confidential. Patient information will not be given to parents, teachers, etc. without prior consent and authorization from the student. For any questions or concerns, please contact Student Health Services.