Student Life
Health & Wellness
Where is the Health Services office located and when is it open?
Who is in the Health Services office and
how do I get in touch with her?
What services are available in Health services?
What if I need help after hours?
What about confidentiality?
What if I need a prescription?
How do I pay for services or utilize insurance?
What immunizations are required prior to starting class?
What counseling services does Peace offer?
What can I do to help prevent the flu?
Where is the Health Services office located and when is it open?
The Health Services office is located in rooms 113 and 114 in the Ross Residence Hall. There are designated office hours from Monday to Friday throughout the academic year.
Who is in the Health Services office & how do I get in touch with her?
• The Health Services department is staffed by a Registered Nurse, Mari Lippig , who is also the Director of Health Services.
• Her phone number is 919-508-2502. Her Email address is mlippig@peace.edu
• The college physician, Dr. Douglas I. Hammer, is on campus to see students on Monday and Wednesday mornings 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Walk-ins are welcome, however, you may call to schedule an appointment. Students who wish to see Dr. Hammer at other times may contact Nurse Pat at 508-2502 to schedule an appointment, of contact his office, Blue Ridge Family Physicians, at 919-787-3448. The office is located at Suite 300, 2605 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, N.C., 27607.
What services are available in Health Services?
• The health clinic is designed to provide routine treatment of minor illnesses Such as: cold/flu, vaccinations, urinary tract infection, allergy injections, headaches, gynecological services, ankle sprains, information for class projects, basic first aid.
• Students with serious health concerns are referred to area hospitals, urgent cares, or their own physicians.
• If the student’s illness does not need immediate medical intervention, the student will receive an appointment to see the doctor while he is on campus during the specified hours or an appointment will be scheduled at the doctor’s off campus office. It is the student’s responsibility to obtain transportation to any off campus doctor’s appointment and to utilize her health insurance.
What if I need help after hours?
• Health Services does not provide inpatient or after hours care. The student is directed to the local urgent care centers or emergency rooms.
• If Injury or illness occurs on campus after hours, the Resident Assistant or Director should be contacted when possible.
• The Residence life staff are trained to help students make decisions about emergency care.
• If needed, the emergency number to dial for an ambulance is 9-911 when calling from a campus phone.
• Rex Hospital and Wake Medical Center are the nearest hospitals.
Accent Urgent Care
2406 Blue Ridge Road, Suite 190
Raleigh, NC 27607
919-789-4322
Mon. through Thurs. 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri. through Sun. 8 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Rex Hospital
4420 Lake Boone Trail
Raleigh, NC 27607
919-783-3100
Wake Medical Center
3000 New Bern Ave.
Raleigh, NC 27607
919-350-8000
What about confidentiality?
All medical records of services received in Health Services are confidential. Information is not released without the student’s permission. Students are encouraged to notify their parents of illness or injury, but the college staff will notify parents only with the student’s permission or in the event of serious illness or injury.
What if I need a prescription?
Peace College has a special arrangement with Person Street Pharmacy
(919-832-6432). Students with insurance prescription cards should utilize those benefits when obtaining prescriptions from Person Street Pharmacy or any other local pharmacy. The college physician, Dr. Douglas I. Hammer prescribes medicines when necessary. Any student needing assistance in obtaining prescribed medication should contact Health Service at 508-2502.
How do I pay for services or utilize insurance?
All services provided on campus are free. However, there are nominal charges for vaccinations and some lab tests. All students must show proof of medical insurance at the beginning of each academic year. Students are billed for accident & sickness insurance. Once proof of their own insurance is received, the charges are removed from their bill. Insurance information must be received before August 1, for enrollment in Fall semester and before December 15 for Spring semester.
The College is currently changing our insurance provider. Please check back for updates on policies and contact information.
What immunizations are required prior to starting class?
First-year and transfer students must have a complete physical exam and complete record of all required immunizations. North Carolina Immunization Laws require that these immunizations are on file prior to enrollment in any college or university. If the student fails to submit her complete immunization record within 30 days after classes begin, she will not be allowed to continue attending classes until she submits the information. All information received is confidential. The following immunizations are required:
2 MMR
3 DTP
1 Tetanus booster
TB skin test if you were not born in the USA
The following immunizations are recommended: Meningococcal and Hepatitis B vaccines.
What counseling services does Peace offer?
The Counseling Center offers professional counseling services to assist students as they cope with the challenges of college life and strive to develop healthy relationships and productive lives. Counselors Pat Marples and Gina Roberts are available to help students deal with everyday problems related to college life as well as more serious psychological concerns such as depression and anxiety. The counselors can help obtain referrals to off-campus professionals as needed or requested.
Counseling Services are free of charge and include the following: Individual short-term counseling; crisis intervention; consultation; resources and referral; and outreach programming. Services are offered on a confidential basis in accordance with state and ethical guidelines.
The Counseling Center is located in the Wellness Center on the first floor of Ross Residence Hall. Hours during the academic year are: Monday and Thursday, 8:00-5:00, Tuesday and Wednesday, 8:30-4:00, and Friday, 8:30-noon. Contact Pat Marples, Director, at (919) 508-2505 or email her at pmarples@peace.edu for more information about Counseling Services.What can I do to help prevent flu?
There are some simple ways you can help prevent flu. You should:
• Avoid close contact. Avoid close contact with people who are sick. When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from getting sick too.
• Stay home when you are sick. If possible, stay home from work, school and errands when you are sick. You will help prevent others from catching your illness.
• Cover your mouth and nose. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from getting sick.
• Clean your hands. Washing your hands often with soap and water will help protect you from germs. If you can’t wash your hands right away, use a hand sanitizer or wipes until you can.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs are often spread when a person touches something that is contaminated with germs and then touches his or her eyes, nose or mouth.
Other good habits, such as getting plenty of sleep, engaging in physical activity, managing stress, drinking water, and eating good food, will help you stay healthy in the winter and all year.
Adapted from “Vaccine Shortage 2004,” Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention