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Immunizations and testing must remain current throughout enrollment. Failure to provide proof
of current immunizations and testing may result in suspension from campus and college activities.
Immunizations: Required immunizations are:

 Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) - students born before January 1, 1957 are required to
provide proof of one (1) MMR; students born after January 1, 1957 must provide proof of
two (2) MMR’s. In the event an individual chooses to provide a titer for MMR, a copy of
the positive titer results showing immunity to all 3 (measles, mumps, & rubella) must be
submitted.
 Varicella (Chickenpox)- documentation of 2 doses separated by 28 days or
documentation of immunity to disease by results of a titer;
 Tetanus- injection must be dated within the last 10 years;
 Hepatitis B series- all students must have:
a) Started the first injection of the series or;
b) Completed the Hepatitis B series or;
c) Signed a waiver or;
d) Submitted positive titer results.
 The influenza immunization is required annually for all enrolled students.
 Tuberculin (TB) Testing- A tuberculin skin test must be submitted by the 1st day of class.
Results of TB skin test may not be more than 30 (thirty) days old on the first day of class.
A student or applicant with a positive Tuberculin Skin Test is referred to the Arkansas
Department of Health or a private physician for follow through care.

Health Information: Student Health Insurance
Students accept responsibility for personal health coverage and all related expenses. All students are
strongly recommended to have personal health insurance while enrolled as a student at BHCLR. Many
affordable options exist for students. For information on some of the options, please visit the following
website or contact Student Services. www.arkbluecross.com

If a student needs medical treatment during an educational experience, the student is responsible for any
expenses related to the treatment. BHMC-LR Occupational Health will provide the initial treatment for a
student with a needle stick. Any additional medical treatment needed by a student will be at the student’s
expense. Following an injury, BHCLR may require a medical clearance from a student prior to attending
learning experiences.

Health Information: Student Liability Insurance
All students are strongly recommended to have personal liability insurance while enrolled as a student at
BHCLR. Many affordable options exist for students. For information on some of the options, please visit
the following websites.
www.hpso.com
www.nso.com
www.americanprofessional.com

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Students are educated on entry regarding compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act.

Identification Badge
Each BHCLR student is identified by a student identification (ID) badge, worn at all times, in the upper
left shoulder area with photo, name and title visible. The ID badge provides a means of identification and

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