Student Health Services at Moffitt Health Center
Monitoring Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Last update: August 13, 2022
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Testing Numbers at Moffitt Health Center
Weekly Testing Numbers - All Categories
Cumulative Testing Numbers - Spring 2022
Cumulative Testing Numbers - Fall 2021
Cumulative Testing Numbers - Summer 2021
Cumulative Testing Numbers - Spring 2021
Cumulative Testing Numbers - Fall 2020
How To Get Tested for COVID-19
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Testing Numbers at Moffitt Health Center
With the decrease in COVID cases in our area and on campus, we will no longer be compiling testing numbers. Featured below are totals from Fall 2020 through Spring 2022.
The Moffitt Health Center serves USM students, faculty, staff, and immediate family members.
Weekly Testing Numbers - All Categories
Positivity Rate is calculated by dividing the total number of positives by the total number of tests (MHC total tests and Athletics Surveillance Tests).
Note: Data for the spring semester is only reflective of testing done through MHC.
Cumulative Testing Numbers - Spring 2022
The cumulative data listed below represents the total number of tests conducted across all categories since January 2, 2022.
Cumulative Testing Numbers - Fall 2021
The cumulative data listed below represents the total number of tests conducted across all categories from August 8, 2021 - December 22, 2021.
Cumulative Testing Numbers - Summer 2021
The cumulative data listed below represents the total number of tests conducted across all categories from May 8, 2021 - August 7, 2021.
Cumulative Testing Numbers - Spring 2021
The cumulative data listed below represents the total number of tests conducted across all categories from January 3, 2021 - May 8, 2021.
Cumulative Testing Numbers - Fall 2020
The cumulative data listed below represents the total number of tests conducted across all categories from August 5, 2020 - January 2, 2021.
Note: These figures have been updated to reflect total campus testing, which includes testing done through Moffitt Health Center and Southern Miss Athletics.
Health Center Updates
How To Get Tested for COVID-19
Testing for Current Infection or Previous Exposure
We are taking all precautions to keep our campus community—including patients and employees—safe. A facemask may be required upon entering the clinic depending on current community transmission status. Your safety and health are our priorities as we help you.
For at-risk populations and those who prefer to stay at home, telehealth appointments are also available, allowing you access to a provider over the phone.
Moffitt Health Center is Offering Several Ways to Test for COVID-19
Testing is available on the Hattiesburg campus only.
*Type of test conducted (rapid swab vs. PCR swab) will be determined at the provider's discretion based on the patient's specific situation.*
PCR Swab Test: This test is FDA approved and performed with a swab of your nasal passages to determine if you currently have an active COVID-19 infection. Most results are available in 1-3 days. Charges for PCR testing will be billed to insurance for insured patients. Uninsured/self-pay patients will be charged the day of service.
Rapid Swab Test: This test is an FDA approved molecular immunoassay technology and performed with a swab of your nasal passages to determine if you currently have an active COVID-19 infection. Results are available same day. There is no charge to patients for rapid swab COVID-19 testing, regardless of insurance coverage.
Rapid Surveillance Testing is available for patients with NO symptoms and NO close contact exposure.
Antibody Blood Test: This FDA approved test determines if you have antibodies to COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2 IgG). This test can show previous infection or exposure to the disease. Most results are available in 1-2 days.
Call 601-266-5390 or visit our patient portal to make an appointment.
Check back regularly for updated information from Moffitt Health Center.