Frequently Asked Questions

Who can use the Health Center services?
Health Center services may be utilized by all registered Cypress College students, faculty and staff. Because the Health Center is a student service, there is a $15.00 office visit charge to all faculty and staff seen at the health center.

Do I need an appointment?
Appointments are preferred, and are required for annual examinations such as pap tests, athletic physical examinations, health programs, and college transfer physicals.  

What is the cost to use the Health Center?
Health Center visits are free to all registered students.  Nominal fees are charged for non-routine lab tests, Hepatitis B immunizations, and for family planning services, including birth control pills and condoms.

Does the Health Center provide health insurance?
The Health Center does not provide health insurance.  However, we have information available upon request on various types of student health and dental plans.

I have no health insurance.  Where can I go if I am sick?
If your needs are not able to me met through the Health Center, the staff can provide information about appropriate referrals.

Do you provide birth control, or test for pregnancy and/or sexually transmitted disease at the Health Center?
Pregnancy testing is available at no charge.  We also provide STD testing, including confidential HIV testing. Condoms, birth control pills and Emergency Contraception pills are also available through the Health Center. Contact the Health Center for further information. 

Can I get prescriptions at the Health Center?
The Health Center does not fill prescriptions from an outside provider. Medications such as antibiotics, birth control and over the counter medication can be purchased through the Health Center at a discounted price.

Can I get an absence note from the Health Center?
The Health Center will provide an absence note if you were seen by the health center staff.  However, it is your responsibility to contact the instructor if you are going to miss a class.

What kind of health information is available in the Health Center? (Pamphlets, etc.)
The Health Center has TONS of information on various health problems and topics, including information on all types of medications. However, there may be times when information requested is not readily available.  In those instances, we will do whatever we can to help you find appropriate resources.  You can also look up information through "Health Links" located on the Home Page of our Website.