Appendix VIII: Medical Guide
Responsible for Maintenance: Director of Campus Safety
Medical Guide for RBC Students
| Type of Need | Medical Issue Examples | Recommendations | Transportation |
| Emergency | Severe pain or swelling Deep cuts Burns Seizures Fevers > 101 Dizziness, fainting, trouble speaking, numbness in limbs Concussions, head injuries Poisoning Medication overdose or interactions | Call Dept. of Campus Safety and Police 804-862-6111 They will coordinate emergency services as needed | Ambulance will be arranged when needed. If an ambulance is required, student will be responsible for providing health insurance or payment for services. |
| Urgent Care | Bruises and sprains Colds and/or flu Skin rashes Infections Vomiting and/or diarrhea Broken bones Sprains | Patient First - Colonial Heights 8AM-10PM or BetterMed - Colonial Heights 8AM-8PM After Hours: Southside Emergency Care Center - Colonial Heights or TriCities ER - Prince George | Uber, taxi or self-transportation OR RBC shuttle (contact the Office of Campus Engagement for more information – oce@rbc.edu) |
| Routine Care | Vaccines Colds Allergy shots Lab tests/ blood work Physicals Other planned or non-urgent care | Patient First - Colonial Heights 8AM-10PM or BetterMed - Colonial Heights 8AM-8PM | RBC shuttle every Monday at 4 pm Departs from Residential Village OR RBC shuttle (contact the Office of Campus Engagement for more information – oce@rbc.edu) |
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*This guide is intended to provide you with advice and information about how you may treat yourself for common illnesses. It is not intended to be a substitution for expert medical advice or treatment.
