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Student Health Services at Moffitt Health Center

Services We Offer

 

Our staff treats a wide range of health problems including acute minor illnesses and injuries. We have a CLIA certified laboratory and x-ray capability within the health center.

Our providers are able to see patients for ADHD medication needs/refills after ADHD testing has been completed indicating an ADHD diagnosis. Past testing records are accepted. Patient must be currently enrolled in an academic program in order to receive ADHD services. Patients are required to sign a Controlled Substance Good Faith Agreement and return monthly for refills. 

Allergy sufferers can receive their allergy injections at Student Health Services. The patient will have to provide their medication with orders from their prescribing physician. Allergy medication will be stored/refrigerated at the Student Health Services.

The Office of Health Promotion is available to provide information on various health topics and promote healthy behaviors to college students. Health educators are available to develop programs and give lectures to classes, residence halls, and student organizations about the health concerns of college students.

Two doses of measles-containing vaccine(usually administered as MMR vaccine) are required for all first-time enrollers to all Mississippi colleges and universities and must be obtained before the new student will be permitted to receive a class schedule and attend classes.

An Immunization Form must be completed by your health care provider and sent back (in a timely manner) to the admissions/registration office. Doing this in advance will simplify the registration process for both students and college officials.

Re-Immunization is necessary when:

  1. Measles vaccine was administered before 12 months of age and/or before January 1, 1968.
  2. Rubella vaccine was administered before 12 months of age and/or before 1969

Rubella and Measles are not required for females who may be pregnant. If pregnancy is suspected, a valid certificate of Medical Exemption from Immunization Requirements for adults is required until pregnancy is resolved.

Measles vaccine is not required for persons born before 01-01-1957.

In addition to the required immunizations listed above, the following shots are recommended, but not required:

  • COVID
  • Hepatitis B (a series of three shots)
  • Influenza (flu)
  • BOTH Meningococcal ACWY and Meningococcal B vaccines, especially for freshmen living on campus. 
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria (Td) – A booster of Td within the last 10 years

For further information on immunization requirements or recommendations, refer to the CDC Immunization Schedules, MSDH Immunization Schedule for Adults, or the MSDH Immunization Schedule for Children

Travel Abroad Immunizations

A list of specific immunizations and vaccines needed for traveling out of the country is available by visiting the CDC Traveler's Health website. These vaccines can be obtained at Student Health Services.

Registered laboratory technologists operate a full-service CLIA certified laboratory located in Student Health Services for your convenience. A wide range of laboratory testing is available during office hours and most lab results are available while you wait.

Stress, depression, and anxiety are increasingly prevalent on college campuses. If you or someone you know develops symptoms such as:

  • Problems with eating or sleeping
  • Increased use of alcohol and drugs
  • Problems making decisions
  • Persistently sad, anxious, or empty moods
  • Difficulty concentrating or remembering
  • Physical symptoms like a headache, digestive symptoms, and chronic pain
  • Fatigue
  • Tearfulness

They/You may benefit from seeing a professional about mental health concerns.

The Student Health Services staff will be happy to assist you. Additionally, counseling is available free of charge at Student Counseling Services located in Bond Hall. Or, call, 601-266-4829.

A licensed pharmacist fills prescriptions from health care providers both within and outside Student Health Services. Over-the-counter medications are also available for purchase without a prescription. Show your insurance card before purchasing prescriptions. Patients can request to be notified of their prescription(s) being ready via text notification. 

Hattiesburg Campus Curbside Pick-up

Patients can now elect to get their medications via free curbside pick-up. Two designated parking spots are located on the 4th street side of our building across from patient parking. Upon arrival, the patient should call the pharmacy to notify them of their arrival and indicate which parking spot they are in. Payment may also be collected over the phone. 

Delivery Service for Hattiesburg Campus Employees:

Faculty and staff can now elect to have their prescriptions delivered to them for no extra cost! Please note that controlled medications cannot be delivered and must be picked up at the pharmacy. By filling out the Prescription Delivery Request and Consent Form, available here and at the pharmacy, you can sign up for this free service. If you have any questions or concerns, please give the pharmacy a call at 601-266-4075.

Our staff treats a wide range of chronic minor health problems including asthma, diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, thyroid disease, etc. If specialty care is needed, then a referral will be placed to a local medical or surgical specialist. 

Student Health Services offers confidential and FREE HIV screenings to all students, faculty, and staff.  Walk-ins are welcome. If you are coming for an HIV screening only, you do not have to pay the $20 office fee.

We also offer other STI testing at a reduced fee. Services can be billed to insurance if desired. 

FREE condoms are available in all patient rooms and in the lobby near the pharmacy.

  • Preventative Health Care
  • Annual physicals and Pap tests
  • Breast Exams
  • STD screening and counseling
  • HIV testing and counseling
  • Contraception and Contraceptive counseling
  • Birth-control pills
  • Emergency Contraception (morning after pill)
  • Pregnancy testing (however, we cannot continue any prenatal care)
  • Preconception counseling
  • Referrals
  • Sexual Assault Assistance - Abusive Relationships

The Sexual Assault Crisis Center can be reached at 601-264-7777.

X-ray services are also available and performed by certified technicians on chest and extremities (i.e. hands, legs, fingers, etc.)

 

Hours 

Fall and Spring Semesters

Monday-Wednesday:
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
 

*Pharmacy opens at 9 a.m. Monday - Friday*

Semester Breaks and Summer

Clinic and Pharmacy (Patient Hours)
Monday - Friday
9 a.m. - Noon, 1 p.m - 4 p.m.

Contact Us

Student Health Services at Moffitt Health Center
Scott Hall
118 College Drive Box #5066
Hattiesburg, MS 39406

Campus Map

Email
clinicadminFREEMississippi

Clinic and Pharmacy Phone
601.266.5390
601.266.4075

Fax
601.266.4205