Services Provided
Allergy Immunotherapy
UHS provides immunotherapy for students already under an allergist's care, helping you maintain your injection schedule on campus. Here’s some important information to assist you.
Allergy testing is not available at UHS, and we do not have an allergist on staff.
Eligibility for Immunotherapy at UHS
UT students undergoing allergy immunotherapy with a Texas-licensed allergist may receive their injections at UHS (charges apply), pending medical record review and UHS physician approval. Texas law mandates that injection orders come from a Texas provider. If your allergist is out of state, you'll need to find a Texas allergist. The allergist in Texas must be the serum order provider.
- To begin, inform your allergist that you want to get injections at UHS and provide them with our instructions (listed below). They may need to complete an “Administration of Immunotherapy” agreement, which we will sign and return. Note that this does not guarantee approval.
- Please start the approval process as soon as possible to prevent treatment delays.
- IMPORTANT: Do not send your allergy serum vials to UHS until you've received approval.
To start the allergy injection process at UHS, please complete the following steps:
Step 1: Documentation
Failing to answer all questions on ADF form and not sending the documentation requested will delay the process.
- Allergy Desensitization Form: Have your allergist complete and sign this form.
- Recent Allergist Visit Note: Attach your medical history and medication list.
- Last Dose Record: Include date, antigen name, dosage and local reactions.
Send all documents to the Allergy, Immunization and Travel Clinic at Fax: 512-471-7119.
Step 2: Clearance Appointment
After verifying your documents, you’ll receive a secure message in your MyUHS/CMHC portal with instructions to schedule an evaluation with a UHS provider.
Step 3: Transferring Serum Vials
Once approved, deliver your allergy serum vials in person or have your allergist ship them overnight. UHS accepts deliveries Monday–Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except for noon to 1:30 p.m. on the first and second Wednesdays and UT holidays. Keep the serum cool during transport.
Vial Requirements
Label each vial with:
- Patient's name, date of birth, vial name, antigen agents, concentration and expiration date.
- Send with your vials the following
- The immunotherapy dosage schedule instructions including the frequency and minimum time between injections.
- Dose adjustment instructions due to missed/late injections or local reactions.
- Dosage sheet including and matching patient’s name and date of birth.
- Date and dose of last shots received.
Deliver to:
The University of Texas at Austin
Student Services Building
University Health Services
Allergy, Immunization and Travel Clinic
100 West Dean Keeton Street, 2.102
Austin, TX 78712-1107
Step 4: Schedule Your First Injection
After your serum is received, you’ll be contacted to schedule your first appointment with an AIT nurse, which may take up to two weeks.
What to Expect When Approved
- AIT nurse will review UHS immunotherapy guidelines at your first appointment and sign an agreement.
- For safety, wait 30 minutes at the UHS Allergy, Immunization, and Travel Clinic after the injection. If you cannot wait, injections at UHS are not possible.
- Students with significant systemic reactions must be evaluated by their allergist before further injections.
- An annual appointment with an AIT provider is required for continued care at UHS.
Immunizations
View information on immunizations and medical clearance requirements for incoming students.
The following immunizations are offered at AIT.
Additional Resources
Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and Testing
AIT offers appointments for students needing tuberculosis blood tests (QuantiFERON®-TB Gold Plus and T-SPOT®.TB test (T-Spot)) or Tuberculin Skin Test (PPD).
Students who receive a PPD skin test must return to the clinic 48-72 hours after the test is placed to interpret the results.
Administration of Injectable Medications
Nurses at UHS can administer many, but not all, ongoing injections prescribed by an off-campus provider.
Please refer to the clearance visits page for assistance in determining your eligibility to receive shots at UHS.
Please note:
- Texas requires an order from a provider licensed to practice in Texas to inject the medication. The prescribing provider must complete this Injectable Medication Prescriber Form containing the nurse's order. (If your prescriber is not licensed in Texas, we can guide you to a local specialist or UHS provider to assist with the required nursing orders.)
- Students must provide their own injectable medication(s).
- UHS administers a range of medications as part of its services. Those typically cleared for administration are listed below. If you require an injection not included in the list, you may request a review for consideration by calling 512-475-8301. Please note that Xolair and Methotrexate are not administered at UHS. If you require assistance finding a specialist in the Austin area to administer your injection, please call 512-475-6877 for a list of local specialists near campus. It's important to note that intramuscular psychiatric medications are not administered at UHS. Again, if you need help establishing care with a specialist for injection administration, please call 512-475-6877 for assistance.
- UHS does not store, receive or accept medications we don't administer.
Medications cleared for administration at UHS include:
- Benlysta
- Dupixent
- Enbrel
- Humira
- Nucala
- Simponi
- Skyrizi
- Stelara
- Taltz
- Testosterone
- Vitamin B-12
Travel Health
We serve students, faculty, and staff. Our team uses the most current information from the Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention, the World Health Organization, and Shoreland’s computerized Tavel Health Information Services.
If you need a study abroad clearance, visit the Clearance Visits page.
Due to a global rabies vaccine shortage, our vaccine supplies are currently limited and might not be available. We understand the importance of timely vaccination and are working diligently to manage our inventory and procure additional doses as soon as possible.
Travel Health Consultations
A consultation with a healthcare professional with training in travel medicine. The visit includes itinerary specific counseling on health risks and risk mitigation including immunization recommendations in addition to general travel advice on preventative measures for food, drink, climate and recreational activities. Travel consultations are required to receive travel vaccines such as Typhoid, Yellow Fever, Rabies, Polio, Hepatitis A and Japanese Encephalitis. The travel specialist will arrange a separate visit with a UHS provider (separate UHS standard charge) for prescription medications for malaria prophylaxis, traveler’s diarrhea and the prevention of altitude sickness.
Appointments
Travel health consultations are offered both in-person and via telehealth. If your travel is within two weeks, scheduling an in-person appointment is advisable to expedite the administration of necessary vaccines. Following a telehealth consultation, you will be required to schedule a separate appointment for vaccine administration.
Scheduling
Step 1
- Call 512-475-8301 to schedule your appointment. After calling, you will be sent your pre-visit questionnaire via a secure message in the portal.
- It is advised to schedule early, preferably at least 6-8 weeks before your departure, as appointments tend to fill up quickly, especially before peak travel times (December, before Spring Break, April, and May).
- Please note that all immunizations require two weeks to reach optimum effectiveness, and some may be administered in a series.
- If you do not have student/staff insurance, please contact your insurance company to verify coverage for vaccines at UHS.
Step 2
Upload your immunization records to the MyUHS/CMHC portal. This information is crucial for our healthcare professionals to provide you with the best recommendations for pre-travel immunizations.
Step 3
Educate yourself on staying safe and healthy while traveling. We encourage you to explore these resources:
- Travel Health Online provides free, up-to-date country-specific recommendations.
- Travel Safety 101 offers essential safety guidelines for travelers abroad.
- Health and Safety Resources, knowing you have resources to deal with emergencies as they arise, can reduce the uncertainty associated with embarking on a study or research program.
Costs
- The travel consultation costs $35 for enrolled students, faculty, and staff, and it is not billed to insurance.
- Immunization costs will be billed to your insurance. You will be responsible for payment if your insurance does not cover these costs.
- If necessary, prescriptions for travel medications will be provided. Patients can provide their insurance information to their pharmacy to determine coverage.
- Appointments with a UHS provider for prescription medication will incur standard visit charges.
- Recommendations for over-the-counter medications will be provided for purchase.
- Suggestions for necessary supplies for your trip will also be made.
- If your department covers some or all of your travel costs, please inform us when scheduling your appointment. Any charges not covered by your department will be your responsibility.