M.S. Shook Student Health Service

"Bird Chlamydia" (Psittacosis)

We are currently getting a lot of calls regarding “bird chlamydia”(psittacosis) from celebratory duck pond swimmers.

Chlamydia psittaci is a bacteria that various fowl can carry. It is NOT the same as human chlamydia, (Chlamydia trachomatis,) which is a sexually transmitted infection.

Chlamydia psittaci does not cause a genitourinary infection. Testing for sexually transmitted infections (including chlamydia trachomatis) will not be diagnostic for psittacosis. We are always more than happy to provide testing and counseling for sexually transmitted infections, but swimming in the duck pond is NOT an indication to seek testing for any sexually transmitted infection.

Chlamydia psittaci can infrequently cause respiratory infections with symptoms that could include fever/chills, headache, myalgia (muscle aches), and cough. It can rarely cause severe illness and pneumonia. If you have respiratory symptoms, you can call 262-3100 and discuss your symptoms with a Health Service nurse. They can help decide if further evaluation is needed. Please be aware that further evaluation could include testing for covid and/or influenza. You can find good dependable information about psittacosis at the CDC’s website:

https://www.cdc.gov/pneumonia/atypical/psittacosis/

Student Flu Clinics

Student flu clinics are hosted by Wellness & Prevention Services along with M.S. Shook Student Health Service and will be held on the following dates/times:

• October 3 - College of Education Rooms 124B and 124C | 5:00-8:00pm
• October 6 - College of Education Rooms 124A, 124B, and 124C | 5:00-8:00pm
• October 11 - College of Education Rooms 124A, 124B, and 124C | 5:00-8:00pm
  
• October 20 - *Football Stadium East Gate | 5:00-8:00pm
  
• October 27 - Plemmons Student Union Room 420 | 5:00-8:00pm

*Due to cold temperatures forecast for later this evening, the flu clinic that was scheduled for outdoors at the Stadium has been moved to Thunderhill Classroom (basement level--door faces Trivette dining). 5:00-8:00pm. Just bring your AppCard and come see us!!

All that you need to bring is your AppCard.  For accommodations, please visit the Office of Disability Resources.

Monkeypox Information

Below are some helpful resources regarding Monkeypox:

Monkeypox - What you Need to Know

Monkeypox Quick Facts

Monkeypox FAQs

We are App State Student Health Services!!

Welcome to Appalachian State New Mountaineers!

Move in week is August 15-20 and first day of classes starts on Monday, August 22.

Make sure to stop by CLUB EXPO at the Convocation Center and see us on Sunday, August 21 for student information and fun goodies!!

We are a full service clinic located in Miles Annas building on Campus, right above the Post Office that can be found behind Plemmons Student Union. Our address is 614 Howard Street Boone, NC 28608. 

To make an Appointment please call: (828) 262-3100

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Change

Please note that, effective July 16, 2022, the national 3-digit dialing code for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline will change to '988'. This will replace the current number of 1-800-273-8255 and make it similar to 911 calls for emergencies instead.