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Open Insurance Enrollment Period, Deadline: Sept 4
- Medical ins, enroll online
- Medical ins, waive online
- Don't forget Dental and Vision
- Emergency Contraception Request form is available. Although the emergency contraception is to be taken by a woman, a male or female student may request the medication.
- HPV Vaccine Available
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Student Health Services
Helping a Friend
If you are concerned about a friend, you can help by letting them know that you are concerned about them.
Here are some guidelines to approaching a friend:
- Speak to the person privately and allow time to talk
- Tell the person that you are concerned about them and tell them specific observations that have aroused your concern
- Be honest, direct and compassionate
- Suggest professional help and give them resources that are available to them
- Realize that the person may deny the problem and refuse to seek help
- Reassure them that you are willing to talk about the problem with them when they want to
- Don't play therapist or get into a struggle with them over the issue of food or weight
If you feel the person has problems that scare you, seek professional help to discuss your concerns. For example, if the person is suicidal, passing out or complaining of chest pain, bingeing and vomiting several times a day, you should seek advice immediately at the Counseling and Psychological Services or Student Health Services.