What's New at SHAC

H1N1 Flu Vaccination clinic on 12/9 The Center for Student Health and Counseling will be offering the H1N1 flu vaccination for eligible PSU students onWednesday 12/9 from 1:30-4:30 in SMSU 294. You are eligible to receive a vaccination if you are taking 5 or more credits and meet one or more of the criteria per the Multnomah county guidelines For any questions about the clinic please contact the Center for Student Health and Counseling at 503-725-5123. Visit the H1N1 Home page to learn more about H1N1. NEW! Student Health 101 Online Magazine! That’s why we'd like to invite you to spend 10 minutes reading the December issue of Student Health 101, the online health and wellness magazine just for PSU students. Click here to learn more.

SHAC CLOSED: 12/19 to 12/28 SHAC, along with PSU will be closed from December 19th through December 28th. SHAC will reopen on Tuesday, December 29th. Click here to see a complete list of our hours. Please make sure your prescription refill needs are taken care of prior to Friday, December 18. Appointments: Call Ahead We heard your feedback, and have made some changes. We encourage all students to CALL FIRST if you are in need of medical services, rather than walking in. So, if you have a medical concern and wish to be seen call 503-725-2800. Please note that on Fridays, we now open at 9:00 a.m.

Events & Resources

The OHSU Center for Women’s Health through generous community donations is able to offer free women’s health exams (Pap test, pelvic exam and clinical breast exam) every month. Any woman experiencing barriers to receiving these preventive screenings is welcome to call.

We still have appointments available in December, those wishing to make an appointment should call: 503-346-1212

One show only: Sunday, December 6th PSU Multicultural Center (SMSU 228) 2:30 pm. Click here for more information.

Visit the Bring Change 2 Mind Web site to learn about mental illness and view a video about reducing stigma that surrounds mental illness. From the Web site: “This is the first effort of this magnitude in U.S. history. Ron Howard generously donated his time in directing this PSA that features Glenn Close and her sister, Jessie Close. John Mayer generously donated his song, Say, which serves as an anthem for this movement. ”

Simple, easy to learn mindfulness techniques are taught in free, weekly drop-in sessions. Click here for dates and times.

Things You Need to Know

The Oregon State System of Higher Education requires all incoming students to show evidence of immunity to measles (Rubeola) and mumps. If the information you submit regarding your MMR vaccination history is incomplete or insufficient, a hold will be placed on future terms of registration at PSU. Click here for more information and for a copy of the MMR form.

If you are unable to make your scheduled appointment with Student Health Services or Counseling and Psychological Services, you are now to notify SHAC by the close of the business day prior to your appointment. If you fail to attend your scheduled appointment or fail to cancel according to the SHAC Cancellation Policy, your student account will be assessed a $25 Missed Appointment Fee. Night messaging is acceptable.

Resources

• Suicide Intervention: Find out more about our work on suicide intervention how we can all contribute to helping those who may be at risk.
  
  
• Clinical Trials: Learn more about OSHU Women's Health Research clinical trials. Studies range from birth control options to treatment for the conditions associated with menopause. All studies are conducted by Ob/Gyn board-certified physicians.
  
  
• Gender Inclusive Bathrooms: SAGE, the Sexual and Gender Equality Task Force at Portland State University, brings you this list of gender inclusive bathrooms on campus.