As we near the end of the academic year, we would like to share some reminders to keep your health on track over the summer.
✅ CONTINUING SUMMER HEALTH CARE
This is available to all USC students, including current year May graduates: For students who are in Los Angeles for the summer (or will be in other regions of California, and would like to continue through Telehealth visits), signing up for the Summer Health Fee can provide you the same access to USC Student Health services that you have during the academic year. Sign up for summer health services. See the associated costs.
✅ END-OF-SEMESTER VISITS
If you have medical or mental health visits to be scheduled, make sure your appointments take place before the end of the semester on May 19, when current semester eligibility concludes. Referrals can continue to be made for students after this date.
✅ HEALTH INSURANCE CONTINUITY FOR GRADUATING STUDENTS:
Congratulations on your upcoming commencement! We celebrate this accomplishment with you and are proud to have supported your care during your academic journey. If you are on the USC Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP, provided through Aetna), your insurance coverage continues through August 14, 2024. We recommend arranging for new coverage in the 6-week period before this date; CoveredCA can provide information on plans for residents of California.
✅ SAFELY DISCARD DRUGS:
Drug Take Back Day is April 23 on both campuses, courtesy of the USC Pharmacies. If you are interested in learning how to use naloxone to save someone from an opioid overdose, visit Naloxone SC to watch a 10-minute training video, Narcan is available at the Student Health Centers (no cost) and also in the campus Pharmacies vending machines (retail cost).
☀️ WEAR SUNSCREEN:
Did you know 80% of the sun’s rays can pass through clouds and fog? Always wear sunscreen when spending time outdoors.
