HERE IS A CHECKLIST OF HEALTH-RELATED THINGS TO HELP YOU TRANSITION TO CAMPUS:
- Complete your pre-entrance health requirements and required immunizations
- Bring a copy of your important medical records (chronic/serious medical problems) to Hollins Student Health
- See your doctor to complete any treatments currently in progress
- See your dentist
- Buy basic over- the- counter medications; (i.e. allergy meds such a Claritin, Zyrtec; cold meds such as Dayquil; pain meds such as Tylenol, Ibuprofen; stomach/GI meds such as Imodium, antacid tablets; menstrual cramps such as Midol)
- Put together a first aid kit (i.e. bandaids, antibiotic ointment, insect sting swabs, Benadryl, ace bandages, thermometer; hand sanitizer, alcohol swabs)
- Refill your prescriptions and bring a record of your prescriptions (dose and reason for medication)
- If you receive allergy injections, get written instructions from your allergist and bring your vials to Health Services (keep refrigerated)
- If you receive medications for ADD/ADHD, get your prescription filled and bring a copy of your documentation
- Bring your bike helmet
- Get an extra pair of eyeglasses or contact lenses, and keep a copy of your prescription on hand
- Keep your health insurance card in your wallet at all times