Free Physical Health Services Available to Students
Student Health and Wellness Services is here for you. We are accepting on-campus appointments or walk-ins for the following services:
- Health and illness assessments
- First aid for minor injuries and illness
- Over-the-counter medications
- Narcan and fentanyl testing strips
- Pregnancy testing
- Emergency contraception (Plan B)
- Condoms (male and female) and lubricant
- Sexual health concerns/education
- Flu A/B testing
- Strep Throat testing
- Covid self tests
- Flu vaccine
- TB risk assessments
- Health requirements for academic programs
- Recommendations and referrals to community/campus resources
- Assistance with finding health insurance
Some costs may apply for the following services:
- Immunizations/Titers
- TB skin test
Health and Wellness Events
Other Services Available to You
Opioid Overdose and Drink Spiking: Prevention and Protection
Learn how to recognize and respond to signs of opioid overdose and drink spiking and help our community reduce the number of opioid-related deaths.
Sexual Health Resources in the Community
Find sexual health resources, including birth control, pregnancy, and STD/HIV testing.
Student Health Insurance
Health insurance is highly recommended, though Los Rios does not require students to have it (unless you're an international student). Learn how to use or get health insurance.
Smoking, Drug and Alcohol Cessation
Resources for quitting smoking, drug, or alcohol consumption.
COVID-19 Information
Learn about the latest COVID-19 impacts and protocols at Los Rios.
Immunization Resources
Find a list of immunization resources in the community.
Confidentiality and Privacy
All services provided by Health and Wellness Services are kept strictly confidential according to State and Federal regulations, HIPAA (Health Information Portability and Accountability Act), and FERPA.
College nurses will respect your privacy and not share anything you tell them, except in the following situations:
- You give us reason to believe that you may be in danger of harming yourself
- You give us reason to believe that you may intend to harm another
- You give us reason to believe that you may be a victim of abuse
We are required by law to report these three situations. However, we will also be there to help you and support you with your problems in any way we can.
Contact
ARC Health and Wellness Center
(916) 484-8383
CRC Health and Wellness Center
(916) 691-7584
FLC Health and Wellness Center
(916) 608-6782
SCC Health and Wellness Center
(916) 558-2367
Emergencies
If you are having a life-threatening physical health emergency – please call 911. If your health issue is not life-threatening, please visit the Student Health and Wellness Center for care.
If you are having a mental health emergency – such as active suicidal thoughts or feelings of wanting to harm yourself or others – please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
Bedsider
Bedsider is a free, student-friendly guide to birth control, reminders, and resources – simple, clear, and judgment-free. Your body, your choice, your tools.
STI Kits
TakeMeHome offers free STI kits for delivery directly to your doorstep. Order, swab, and complete the follow-up survey. Offers testing for HIV, Syphilis, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Hepatitis C.
(628) 899-HOME (4663)