Health & Safety

Staying healty and safe while abroad is essential. This page provides the emergency contacts and best practices to stay connected.

 

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Emergency Contact priority list:

1. Local Emergency Numbers (not always 911, make sure to check)
2. On-site faculty or staff
3. CISI / AXA Team Assist
   1. 312-935-1703 (outside U.S.)
   2. 855-327-1411 (toll-free inside U.S.)
   3. medassist-usa@axaassistance.us
4. U of U 24/7 Emergency Line
   1. UU Emergency Line (campus police): +1 801 585 2677

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1. Create a Communication Plan with Home
   
   1. Store emergency contact numbers in multiple places and develop communicate with loved ones.
2. Register your Trip
   
   1. Use AlertTraveler and sign up for alerts to recieve information about the country information, travel warnings, and more.
   2. Register in STEP through the U.S. Department of State to receive country specific travel advisories and notifications.
3. Complete a Health Check-up
   
   1. Review your immunization history.
   2. Check Center for Disease Control (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO) websites for country-specific health and immunization information, recommended vaccines and medication.
   3. Visit necessary medical providers before your trip. Certain immunizations take 3 to 6 months to complete, so contact your doctor early so you are prepared.
4. Prepare Medications & Documents
   
   1. Make a plan for prescriptions and health supplies.
   2. Secure personal documents and keep digital copies for easy access.
5. Attend Pre-Departure Orientation
   1. Learn about recommended ways to mitigate risk while abroad such as practicing active awareness, developing coping mechanisms, obeying local laws, and more.

 

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Personal Health Information & Disclosure

Lastly, after you commit to your program, there are a couple of health forms you need to complete as part of your Learning Abroad application. Don’t worry; it’s a straightforward process! Here’s what you need to do:

Steps to Complete:

1. Fill out the Travel Health Questionnaire. Start by completing the Learning Abroad: Travel Health Questionnaire in the post-decision steps of your Learning Abroad application .
2. Print your forms. Once you’ve filled everything out, print both the Travel Health Questionnaire and the Office for Global Engagement Health Clearance Form.
3. Schedule an appointment. Book an appointment with your licensed, independent healthcare provider.
4. Visit your provider. During your appointment, ask your provider to follow the instructions on the forms you printed.

Your health information won’t affect your admission decision for the program. 

If you need accommodations related to a disability, reach out to the Center for Disability & Access.