Coronavirus

SYMPTOMATIC TESTING

Students can make an appointment with their assigned UHC Primary Care Clinic or call
706-542-1162

ON-CAMPUS VACCINATION

Students can make an appointment online.
Faculty / Staff should call
706-542-1162 or 706-542-5575

INFORMATION

Stay up to date with UGA Campus communications and efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19

Recent News
On 4/19/2023, the CDC announced that the monovalent COVID-19 vaccines are no longer recommended for use in the United States. Persons who have completed an initial series with a monovalent vaccine should be boosted with a single bivalent vaccine to be considered up to date. However, if the individual is > 65 years of age or immunocompromised, they should receive an additional dose of the bivalent vaccine at least 4 months after the bivalent dose. Persons who have never been vaccinated should receive one does of bivalent vaccine to be considered up to date.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: COVID-19

I have Covid. What should I do about missing class?

You should review your course syllabi and contact your instructor(s) to
share this information. If you need general support or assistance with
this correspondence, you can connect with Student Care & Outreach (sco.uga.edu; 706-542-7774).

I tested positive for Covid on a home test. Do I need another test at UHC to confirm the results?

No, there is no need to repeat testing to confirm a positive result. However, if your symptoms are not manageable at home, you should schedule an appointment.

What if I need a medical excuse for class or work?

While UHC provides a verification for a visit to our facility, we do not
provide medical excuses. Students should work with their faculty
regarding the absence.

I have Covid. When can I return to class?

Isolate in place for 5 days from the start of symptoms. To calculate the 5 day
isolation period, day 0 is the first day of symptoms and day 1 is the
first full day after symptoms develop.

I have Covid and live in on-campus housing. What do I do?

Please refer to https://housing.uga.edu/student-wellbeing/?nav=cs#illness

I have been exposed to Covid, but don't have symptoms? Do I need to be tested?

No. CDC does not recommend testing unless you develop symptoms. Refer to https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html for more information.

What are the current travel recommendations?

Visit CDC Domestic Travel During COVID-19:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/travel-during-covid19.html

Visit CDC International Travel During COVID-19:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/international-travel-during-covid19.html

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: VACCINES

Who is eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine at a location on UGA Campus?

Paid UGA faculty, staff, and students are eligible to receive the vaccine. This includes faculty, staff, and students at UGA’s extended campuses. In addition, faculty/staff/student dependents ages 16 and up, and active employees and currently enrolled students of other USG institutions are eligible to receive COVID-19 vaccines at UHC.

Am I up to date on CDC’s recommendations regarding COVID-19 vaccination?

To view the latest CDC recommendations, please visit CDC: Stay Up to Date with Vaccines

How do I schedule an appointment?

Students can schedule on the patient portal. Faculty, staff, and dependents (ages 16 and up) should call 706.542.1162 or 706.542.5575 to schedule an appointment.

What should I bring to my appointment?

Picture ID
Insurance Card (if you are insured)
Your COVID-19 vaccine card or proof of your previous vaccine.
The morning of your appointment you will receive a link to a patient questionnaire, please complete this prior to your appointment. If you do not receive the form, we will provide one for you at check in.

What is the cost for vaccination?

There is no out-of-pocket cost for COVID-19 vaccination. You will be asked to provide your insurance card so we can charge an administration fee. If you are uninsured or your insurance does not reimburse for the administration fee, you will not be billed.

Can I get the COVID-19 and flu vaccine at the same time?

Yes. If a patient is eligible, both influenza and COVID-19 vaccines can be administered at the same visit. If a patient is due for both vaccines, providers are encouraged to offer both vaccines at the same visit.

Am I eligible for the COVID-19 booster vaccine?

To determine your eligibility for and recommended timing for a booster, please visit CDC: COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots

What if I have additional questions about the vaccine?

Please refer to the following sites: