
Services Provided
Appointments & Clinic Hours
Health Services will provide services Monday-Friday from 7:30am-4:30pm.
- Telehealth Appointments: Mon-Fri
- On-site Medical Appointments: Mon, Wed & Fri
- COVID Testing: Mon, Wed, & Fri from 12-2pm
On-site medical appointments are available as needed. No walk-in appointments.
If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911.
When arriving for your in-person appointment, please enter the IWC through the side street door and exit through the McCown Gym door.
Take time to review our Appointment Verification Policy if you have questions regarding missed class or work.
Please contact the Ask-A-Nurse if you have questions regarding your need for an appointment, already scheduled appointment or our available services.
Health Questions & Medical Services
For any questions regarding general health, COVID-19, or questions about self-isolation/quarantine, please call or email:
- Ask-a-Nurse Message Line: 507.457.2292
- Email: askanurse@winona.edu
Medical services at Health & Wellness Services are provided by a physician, nurse practitioners, registered nurses (RN), and licensed practical nurses (LPN).
Laboratory tests can be performed within Health & Wellness Service by our medical technologist.
All information is confidential.
Acute Injuries
- Evaluate/Treat injuries.
- Crutches/braces/splints available for purchase.
- Referrals for X-Ray and further evaluation.
Allergy Injections
- Allergy injections can be administered by nurses.
- Allergy serum and dosing form needed from home allergist.
- Serum stored at H&WS in a temperature controlled refrigerator.
- A waiting period of 30 minutes after the injection is mandatory.
Contraception Management (Birth Control)
- All forms of birth control available; pills, shots, implants (Nexplanon), ring, Intrauterine Device (IUD-Mirena, Skyla, Paragard), condoms. For more information on available forms of birth control, visit Bedsider.org.
- Supplemental Insurance for contraceptive services available through the Minnesota Family Planning Program.
COVID-19 Testing
COVID-19 Testing is offered on Mon. Wed. & Fri. from 12-2pm
COVID-19 testing is free to all students, no matter your immigration or insurance status. You should not receive a bill.
If you do not have insurance, you can still get tested. We will apply what we can to your insurance if possible.
If you have insurance, your health insurance company will be billed as follows:
- Cost of Test: $180
- Administrative Cost: $50.
Emergency Contraceptive Pill (ECP or “Plan B")
- Emergency Contraception available to decrease chance of pregnancy within 120 hours after unprotected sex. Call Ask-A-Nurse for more information.
- Supplemental Insurance for contraceptive services available through the Minnesota Family Planning Program.
General Illness
- Treatment available for common illnesses; respiratory illnesses, influenza, headaches, ear aches, "pink eye", sore throats, cough, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, back pain, urinary tract infections (UTI) and skin rashes.
- Management of chronic medical conditions; diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease, asthma, acne (iPledge Program).
- Referrals available for further treatment/evaluation as needed.
Immunizations
- Adacel (Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis)
- Gardasil (HPV)
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Influenza (Flu shot)
- Mantoux (TB test)
- Meningococcal (Meningitis)
- Meningococcal B (Meningitis B)
- Tetanus/Diphtheria (TD)
- For more information on student immunization requirements, visit WSU immunizations.
Laboratory Services
- Laboratory services available; blood tests, urinalysis, pregnancy tests, strep screens, and sexually transmitted infections (STI) screening.
- Orders from students' home clinician/provider are accepted, results reported to ordering clinician/provider.
Mental Health
- Depression/anxiety medication management.
- Referrals to psychiatry as needed.
- Collaboration/Referrals to Counseling & Wellness Services as needed
Nutrition Education
- Nutrition concerns addressed.
- Referrals to dietician as needed.
Pharmacy Services
- Prescriptions sent to any pharmacy of choice.
- Over the counter medications available at H&WS.
- For more information on local pharmacies, visit pharmacy services.
Physical Exams
- Physical exams available for education programs, pre-operative, pre-employment, sports participation, international travel.
Sexual Assault Nurse Exam (SANE)
A SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) nurse is available to provide:
- an evidentiary exam, where physical evidence of the sexual assault is collected and documented
- treatment/prevention for STIs
- pregnancy testing/prevention
Consider using other campus resources to receive additional support or to learn more about options you may choose, including reporting the assault to the university and/or to law enforcement.
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
- Sexually transmitted infection screening available for males and females.
- Supplemental Insurance for contraceptive services available through the Minnesota Family Planning Program.
Travel Consultation Appointments
Travel Abroad (Out of Country) Consults
If you are studying/traveling abroad you should consider making an appointment with one of the Student Health Services highly qualified providers to discuss various pre-travel vaccinations and health care concerns.
1. Schedule your travel visit at least 4-6 weeks before departure (to allow appropriate timing of vaccinations). Call (507) 457-5160
2. Check out the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website for information/requirements on your destinations so you can educate yourself about possible health concerns/alerts. Print this out and bring it to your appointment.3. Bring the following information with you to your appointment:
- CDC information (from #2 above)
- Immunization Records: Many states have immunization information systems (IIS) or databases, accessible to individuals online. Visit the CDC IIS Information Page. Scroll to find your state's information.
- Itinerary and activities
- List of current medications, if any
Don't wait until it is too late. Call 507.457.5160 to schedule your consult.
Some insurance companies do not cover costs associated with travel vaccines, medicines, etc. We would advise you to contact your insurance carrier (contact the “customer service” phone number provided on the back of your insurance card) to inquire about coverage of vaccinations and visit.
Useful Travel Resources:
- US Department of State Travel Warnings and Consular Information
- US CDC Travels' Health Home
- Gunderson Lutheran Travel Clinic
- Mayo Clinic Travel Clinic
- Travel Clinics in Minnesota
- CDC Travelers Health Hotline: 877.394.8747 Safe Travels
Women's Health/Gynecology (GYN) Exams
- Annual Well Woman Exams/Pap Smears.
- Gynecologic concerns; vaginal infections, menstrual concerns, sexually transmitted infection (STI) screening.
- Breast complaints.
- Supplemental insurance for contraceptive services available through the Minnesota Family Planning Program.