Director of Health and Wellness Betty Tykwinski, MSN, RN health.services@vcsu.edu betty.j.tykwinski@vcsu.edu Office Location: First Floor Mythaler Hall Office Hours: 8:30 am - 2:30 pm - Walk in visits are always welcome, no appointments needed! Phone Number: 701-845-7305 - Call to schedule an appointment or ask a question. Schedule an appointment online with Bookings. Health Services Solutions The mission of VCSU’s Student Health Services is to help each student achieve maximum physical health so that each student can participate fully in the educational and personal growth opportunities offered at VCSU. Health Services are provided free of charge to all students enrolled at VCSU. These services include providing over-the-counter medications for minor illnesses, assessing and treating minor injuries, providing medical supplies as needed and making referrals to local medical clinics when indicated. Smoking Cessation Counseling is also available as VCSU is a tobacco/nicotine free campus. The Health Services Office is located on the first floor of Mythaler Hall and is staffed by a Registered Nurse. Office hours are 8:30:20am-2pm, Monday through Friday. Appointments can be made by email or a phone call, or walk-in visits are always welcome! The Health Services Office is closed on weekends, term breaks, school holidays and during summer hours. In general, all communication between you and the nurse is confidential. No information about you will be released outside of the Health Services without your permission. The EXCEPTIONS to confidentiality include: The nurse determines you are a threat to yourself or another person. There is a medical emergency. Records are subpoenaed in the court of law. Local Health Services City-County Health Department 415 2nd Ave. NE Valley City, ND 58072 701-845-8518 Essentia Health Valley City Clinic 132 4th Ave NE Valley City, ND 58072 701-845-8060 Mercy Hospital/Emergency Department 570 Chautauqua Blvd Valley City, ND 58072 701-845-6400 Sanford Health Valley City Clinic 520 Chautauqua Blvd Valley City, ND 58072 701-845-6140

Abused Persons Outreach Center (APOC)   All services are confidential, voluntary and provided at no cost.  Major Victim services include:  Crisis intervention - 24-hour Crisis Line - 701-845-0072 Advocacy for (but not limited to) medical, social, and legal systems Emergency Safe Shelter Referrals  Self-help groups  Ongoing Support Counseling Public education 24 Hour Crisis Line: 701-845-0072 Office Phone: 701-845-0078 Website: www.apocnd.org Address: 160 2nd St NW, Valley City, ND 58072

The Central Valley Health District (CVHD) clinic is held on the VCSU campus the first Tuesday of every month. The clinic is available to all VCSU students from 12noon until 3PM in the Health Services Office, Mythaler Hall.  To make an appointment contact the CVHD Office in Jamestown at 701-252-8130 Below is a link to the Family Planning page, the services listed are available to all VCSU students when they are on campus. Exams are provided by a family nurse practitioner and all services are confidential. Central Valley Health District Family Planning Services The CVHD office in Jamestown, ND is open Monday through Thursday 8AM until 4:30PM, and Friday 8AM until 2PM. 

In accordance with the SBHE V506 policy, proof of immunization is required for students enrolled at VCSU unless they have completed an exemption form and submitted it to Enrollment Services. VCSU Immunization Procedure V506.01 Immunization requirements: 1. MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) – MMR Information Proof of two MMR immunizations. Will accept titer results as an acceptable form of documentation if test proves immunity. Students born before January 1, 1957, are exempt from the MMR requirement. 2. Meningitis (Meningococcal) – Meningitis Information All students 21 years of age and younger must provide documentation of vaccination of Meningitis. Vaccination MUST BE AFTER age 16 NOTE: Meningococcal B is a separate meningitis vaccination. It does NOT meet NDUS requirement. 3. Tuberculosis screening - TB Information Tuberculosis (TB) testing is required of students who have lived in or traveled to a country for more than 30 days that is classified by United States health officials as high burden for tuberculosis. These students are required to submit a negative two step TB test, or a chest x-ray indicating no active disease. Testing must be done after entry to the United States. If you are unsure if you have received the required immunizations, please call VCSU Student Health Services at 701.845.7305 or email health.servcies@vcsu.edu VCSU Health Services does not administer immunizations. Students should contact their health care provider, any local clinic or the Public Health department in Valley City to obtain needed immunizations. The contact information for these clinics are listed on the VCSU Health Services home page.

Tobacco VCSU Tobacco Free Campus Policy  Resources available to help you quit: Quit Smoking : NDQuits Quit Vaping: This is Quitting Quit Dip Tobacco: Ditch Dip For Good Alcohol/Drugs VCSU is an alcohol and drug free campus. There are fines and consequences for first, second, and third offenses/violations and a possibility of suspension.  VCSU Alcohol/Drug policy:  https://onestop.vcsu.edu/support/solutions/articles/10000034228

Here is a link to the Valley City Resource Guide. If this is a medical emergency call 911. Valley City Source Guide

Eating Disorder Information and Help

The North Dakota University System (NDUS) is pleased to offer health insurance coverage to international NDUS students through United Healthcare insurance company.  Domestic students (i.e. American citizens) are not required by the NDUS to carry coverage; however, the Affordable Care Act does require that you carry some sort of health insurance. To learn more about these plans or to enroll, please contact the VCSU Business Office. Visit the NDUS website to learn more about coverage options and eligibility requirements. VCSU Business Office Gabrielle Biewer gabrielle.biewer@vcsu.edu (701) 845-7236

“I think I’m pregnant…. now what?” Have you taken a pregnancy test? NO – Pregnancy testing can be done using over the counter tests kits or by a medical provider. Check out these options: Visit VCSU Student Health Services (SHS) for free over the counter tests. Purchase a test at a local pharmacy or store. Schedule an appointment with your medical provider for a pregnancy test. YES – Was it positive? Yes – Do you want to be pregnant? Yes – Connect with a prenatal healthcare provider. SHS can provide local referrals. No – There are termination and support services that SHS can provide referrals to. IDK – This is a lot to process. Some options include termination, parenthood, and adoption. SHS can provide consultations and referrals. NO For the most accurate result, the best time to take a pregnancy test is the first day of your missed period with a sample of the first morning urine. Have you had unprotected sex with the past 3days/72hours? If you want to prevent pregnancy, over the counter Emergency Contraception (EC), like Plan B, may be right for you. This type of EC is available over the counter at many pharmacies. Interested in birth control options to prevent future pregnancies? Schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider. Visit SHS for more information and referrals. Free safer sex supplies are available at SHS or click here to order supplies online and have supplies delivered directly to you. VCSU Student Health Services health.services@vcsu.edu 701-845-7305 Adapted with permission from the University of Maryland, University Health Center

Sick and Have a Roommate? Guidance for individuals sick with respiratory illnesses (COVID, Flu, RSV) and well roommate/suitemate(s) Students who are sick with respiratory illnesses are encouraged to isolate off-campus. However, there are times when the only available option is for a student to remain in the same room as their healthy roommate. It’s important to remember that students living in the residence halls who become sick with many different contagious illnesses usually remain in shared rooms/suites with their roommates while recovering.   Here are some tips to help you navigate your shared living space when sick. Both Roommates should:  1.Mask with when you are in the room together. Masks are available from Student Health Services.  2.Use fans to increase air circulation in the room.  3.Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and objects daily (e.g., tables, countertops, light switches, doorknobs, faucet and cabinet handles, smartphones, laptops, remote controls, etc.). We recommend having cleaning wipes on hand to disinfect surfaces.  4.If you share a bathroom, remember that sinks could be an infection source. Totes or caddies can be used for personal items, so they don’t touch the bathroom countertop; bring your tote back to your personal space rather than leaving it in a shared bathroom. 5. Each person should use their own hand or face towels. 6.If you share a sleeping space, arrange beds so that you have as much space between beds as possible. Consider sleeping facing away from one another; even sleeping in opposite directions (head to toe) could create extra distance. 7.If sharing food or drinks, use separate serving dishes or cups (e.g., rather than sticking your hand into a bag of chips, pour an individual portion into a bowl). 8. If you do come in contact with shared surfaces or items, wash your hands thoroughly afterwards. 9. Do not invite any guests to your room until you are fever free, and you are feeling better. Sick Roommate should:  1. Be sure to wear your mask if you need to access any common spaces like a hallway. Use the stairway instead of the elevator if going outside for fresh air, a medical appointment or picking up food using drive through services. Please limit the number of times you are leaving your room.  2. You are responsible for notifying your faculty of how long you will be absent from class.  3. Follow the CDC guidelines for those who are sick. 4. While you are sick you are responsible for planning how you will get your meals. Options include asking a friend/roommate to bring you food and/or using drive through services if you have access to a vehicle.  5. Contact Student Health Services for guidance on treating your symptoms. Over-the-counter medications to help manage your symptoms are available free of charge. Well Roommate should:  1. Minimize time spent in your room—take advantage of this time to discover a new favorite study or hangout spot on campus. 2. You may still go to class and all activities.  3. Follow the CDC’s Respiratory Virus Guidelines. 4. If you begin to have symptoms of a respiratory illness, influenza and COVID testing is available at Student Health Services. Home tests for COVID can be purchased at Thrifty White Drugstore in Valley City.    Support from VCSU if you are sick:   VCSU Services:  Health Services will: Monitor your health needs. If your symptoms worsen, notify Student Health Services. Call 911 if emergency care is needed.   Provide any over-the-counter medications free of charge as needed. Betty Tykwinski: betty.j.tykwinski@vcsu.edu; 701-845-7305 Residence Life:  Questions can be directed to Erin Edinger: erin.edinger@vcsu.edu    Academic Services questions can be answered by: Kaleen Peterson: Kaleen.peterson@vcsu.ed; 701-845-7302   Learning Center & Disability Services will: Help you if you need classroom accommodation or a tutor.  Melissa Remick: melissa.remick@vcsu.edu  701-845-7707    Counseling Services: Virtual visits are available for all students needing support. Will provide self-care, stress reduction and coping skills resources to students when requested.  Kelsie Carter:  Kelsie.carter@vcsu.edu; 701-845-7427 Sara Schmuhl: sara.schmuhl@vcsu.edu; 701-845-7424