All new incoming students are required to show proof of immunization. Immunization forms will not be accepted if the form is incomplete. Box Nashville, TN Student Health Services is maintained to safeguard the health of students. Clinics are held Monday - Friday by a physician who:. The university accepts no responsibility for any student requiring hospitalization or specialty referrals. In order to avoid any lapse in your coverage, students are encouraged to inquire about any student health insurance.
Please see informative link below regarding insurance plans for Domestic and International Student Health Insurance. Student Health Insurance Exchange Update. International Student Insurance Information. Student Health Insurance Information. Health Insurance Marketplace Health Insurance Marketplace allows you choose an insurance health plan that is right for you. It gives you different types of health plans to meet a variety of needs and budget. Open enrollment is November - January. The state of Tennessee requires students entering colleges, universities, and technical institutes with enrollment of greater than students to provide proof of two 2 doses of Measles, Mumps, and Rubella MMR vaccine on or after the first birthday or proof of immunity to measles.
In compliance with this law, and in an attempt to maintain a safe and healthy campus environment, Tennessee State University requires that all entering students, born after , furnish documented proof of having immunity to measles or having been immunized with two doses of MMR vaccine on or after the first birthday unless contraindicated because of pregnancy, allergy to a vaccine component, or other valid medical reason s. The law states that immunizations are not required if they conflict with the parents, or guardians, or individuals over 18 religious tenets and practices, affirmed under the penalties of perjury.
They are also not required if a qualified physician shall certify that administration of such immunization would be in any manner harmful to the child involved. The Certificate of Immunization must be completed and signed by a licensed M. The State of Tennessee as of July 1, requires all new incoming students to obtain an inoculation for meningococcus or sign a waiver stating that they do not want the vaccine.
Students with asthma, diabetes or other chronic health problems should make arrangements with their primary care provider to receive flu shots. Students are urged to get vaccinated for Hepatitis A and B. They are serious, infectious diseases that affect the liver. College lifestyle factors increase the risk for the contraction of Hepatitis as well as other diseases transmitted through blood and body fluids. Many students share almost everything. Students and parents should contact their Primary Care Provider for this immunization.
