Student Health Services frequently asked questions

What can I expect for a sports physical?

2024-07-02T10:01:50-07:00

Sports physicals are available by appointment at SHS. Sports physicals are generally not available same-day so we recommend scheduling well in advance of the due date. Sports physicals generally take about an hour. The cost for sports physicals is $20. Please bring the sports physical form (can you link the attached document here?) with the patient section completed and arrive to SHS 10 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time.

What can I expect for a sports physical?2024-07-02T10:01:50-07:00

What can I expect for a study abroad physical?

2024-07-02T10:05:16-07:00

Study abroad physicals are available by appointment at SHS. Study abroad physicals are generally not available same-day so we recommend scheduling well in advance of the due date of the forms. When you schedule a study abroad physical, we will ask what country or countries you plan to study in or travel to during your time abroad. This allows us to ensure that you are given the correct information for medical needs for the country in which you will study. The appointment for study abroad forms generally takes about an hour. The cost for the physical is $45. Many immunizations that [...]

What can I expect for a study abroad physical?2024-07-02T10:05:16-07:00

What can I expect with STI testing?

2024-07-02T10:04:19-07:00

When you request a visit for STI testing, we will ask if you are requesting routine STI testing, symptomatic STI testing, or if you have been notified of exposure by a partner. If you are requesting routine STI testing, we will request that you hold your urine for about an hour prior to your appointment and to make sure you are well hydrated. A routine STI testing appointment generally takes about a half an hour. If you are experiencing symptoms or if you have been notified by a partner, the appointment will generally take about an hour. We will request that [...]

What can I expect with STI testing?2024-07-02T10:04:19-07:00

I am a CGU/KGI student that was previously seen at SHS or MCAPS. How do I obtain my records to transfer care to another provider?

2024-06-24T14:31:40-07:00

Students needing to transfer care can get their medical records to submit to their new provider. You can obtain your SHS records using the Health Portal: https://shshealthportal.cuc.claremont.edu/confirm.aspx.   MCAPS records are available by request. Please review the MCAPS website at https://services.claremont.edu/mcaps/faqs/ for answers to frequently asked questions, mental health resources, and information on obtaining your medical records. Please note that MCAPS medical records transfer will be unavailable from May 30th through August 1st, annually.

I am a CGU/KGI student that was previously seen at SHS or MCAPS. How do I obtain my records to transfer care to another provider?2024-06-24T14:31:40-07:00

Is gender affirming care available at SHS?

2024-06-24T14:23:46-07:00

Yes, students who are interested in starting their gender affirming process, and even those who have already begun this process with an outside provider, are encourages to contact SHS for a consultation with one of our trained healthcare providers. Learn more by visiting our Gender Affirming Care website (https://services.claremont.edu/student-health-services/gender-affirming-care/).

Is gender affirming care available at SHS?2024-06-24T14:23:46-07:00

What should I do if I have a medical or religious exemption for certain immunizations?

2025-05-28T14:38:41-07:00

Students who wish to file an exemption from required immunizations should complete the Affidavit for Exemption to Medical Requirements. This form can be found on your Online Health Portal under Optional Forms or by clicking the link here.  Please note that SHS will be closed from June 16 through July 14. Vaccination exemption requests are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis. Exemptions received during the SHS closure will be reviewed upon return starting July 14, 2025, and responses will be sent within 2 weeks. All other exemption requests are reviewed upon receipt. Please allow approximately 10 business days from the date of [...]

What should I do if I have a medical or religious exemption for certain immunizations?2025-05-28T14:38:41-07:00

What is the difference between the meningitis B vaccine (Bexsero) and the meningitis booster?

2024-03-20T09:39:02-07:00

The required Meningococcal ACWY-135 vaccination is different than the recommended Meningococcal B vaccination. All students aged 21 years and younger need to have a Meningococcal ACWY-135 vaccine on or after their 16th birthday. Meningococcal B vaccinations are highly recommended but are not required at this time.

What is the difference between the meningitis B vaccine (Bexsero) and the meningitis booster?2024-03-20T09:39:02-07:00
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