Same Day Care and Mini Clinic
Students and post-docs eligible for care at Campus Health who want prompt medical attention but do not need emergency care may access services at either the Student Stores Mini Clinic or Same Day Care in Campus Health. These services are available without an appointment.
Hours of Operation
Student Stores Mini Clinic: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday
Same Day Care: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday – Saturday (closed on Saturdays during academic breaks and summer). We encourage students in need of late afternoon care to arrive prior to 4:30 pm if possible.
Services offered
Mini Clinic and Same Day Care providers can help with recent onset of:
Illnesses and Infections
Sore throat, flu-like symptoms, ear pain, congestion, cough, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, strep throat, mononucleosis, bronchitis, acute asthma flare, sinus infection, upper respiratory infection, urinary tract infection, bladder infection, athlete’s foot, cold sores, impetigo
Minor Injuries and Pain
Sprains, strains, joint pain, burns, cuts, blisters, wounds, heartburn, indigestion, mouth and oral pain, eye problems, bites, stings, splinter removal, suture and staple removal, ear wax removal
Skin and Hair Issues
Bites, stings, athlete’s foot, allergies, lice, psoriasis, poison ivy, poison oak, rash, skin irritation, dermatitis, ringworm, rosacea, scabies, shingles, sunburn, swimmer’s itch
Diagnostic Tests
Pregnancy, COVID-19 rapid test, respiratory panel, mono, strep, throat culture, urine tests, and glucose/ketones
Wait Times
Due to the ever changing nature of urgent medical needs on campus, wait times at Same Day Care and Student Stores Mini Clinic will vary. Scheduling an appointment time at Campus Health may offer you the most efficient route to care. You can also call 919-966-2281 to help determine how quickly you need to be seen.
Mini Clinic Visit Charge
Patients who receive care at the Student Stores Mini Clinic must pay a Mini Clinic visit charge of $30. There may be additional charges for services and tests which will be submitted to your insurance. Please bring your insurance card.
Same Day Care and Campus Health's appointment-based health care services are available at the James A. Taylor Building. Services at the Taylor Building do not incur the Student Stores Mini Clinic visit charge.
Saturday Same Day Care Visits
On Saturdays, many Campus Health departments are not operating at full capacity. Students may need to return to Campus Health during regular hours to have all their health care needs met such as having labs drawn, x-rays taken, or prescriptions filled. During the academic year, Same Day Care is supported for pharmacy needs on Saturdays by Student Stores Pharmacy which is open from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.