Immunization Proof: A Must For University Of Toledo Students

The University of Toledo requires students to provide proof of vaccination against several infectious diseases, including an annual influenza vaccine for all on-campus students, employees, and healthcare workers. The University also strongly recommends COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters, and all undergraduate students must provide official documentation of two MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) immunizations. Beginning in fall 2021, all incoming undergraduate students under 22 must also provide proof of vaccination against meningococcal meningitis. Additionally, Ohio law requires all residential students to disclose their vaccination status for meningococcal meningitis and hepatitis B. The University of Toledo offers free influenza and COVID-19 vaccines on campus and provides several options for submitting proof of vaccination.

Annual flu shots are required for all on-campus students and employees

The University of Toledo requires annual influenza vaccines for all on-campus students and many employees. This includes all healthcare workers at the University of Toledo Medical Center and University clinics. The University may grant exemptions for documented medical contraindications or sincerely held religious beliefs.

The University provides free flu vaccines to students and employees each year, typically beginning in October. On-campus vaccination is available at the University Health Center on Main Campus, and at the outpatient pharmacy on the Health Science Campus. No appointments are required, but individuals must complete a consent form before getting their vaccine. Those vaccinated on campus will have their proof of vaccination uploaded automatically.

For those who receive their flu shot off-campus, proof of vaccination must be submitted manually by December 1. This can be done through the University's secure vaccine registry portal.

The University's vaccine requirement does not apply to students taking 100% of their courses online or employees working 100% remotely.

Students must provide proof of two MMR immunizations

The University of Toledo requires students to provide proof of vaccination against several infectious diseases. This includes an annual influenza vaccine for all on-campus students, employees who are not represented by a bargaining unit, and healthcare workers at the University of Toledo Medical Center and University clinics.

In addition, all undergraduate students at the University of Toledo must provide official documentation of two MMR (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella) immunizations. The MMR vaccine is typically given twice during childhood, with the first dose administered between 12 and 15 months and the second dose given between 4 and 6 years. Students who do not have documentation of these two immunizations will face several consequences in the event of a confirmed case of one of these diseases at the University. They will be required to move off campus during the incubation period and will be restricted from attending classes on campus. These students will also be responsible for making up any missed classwork and paying for their relocation off campus. Therefore, it is crucial for undergraduate students to submit proof of their two MMR immunizations within four weeks of the first day of classes in their first semester at the University of Toledo.

The University also provides certain exemptions to its vaccination policy. Students may be exempt from vaccination requirements due to medical reasons, which must be supported by a written statement from a licensed healthcare provider. Additionally, students can be exempt based on sincerely held religious beliefs, requiring a signed document stating that the student declines the vaccine due to reasons of conscience. However, students who fail to provide proof of vaccination or documentation of a qualifying exemption may face discipline under the University of Toledo Student Code of Conduct.

Furthermore, the University of Toledo has implemented a mandatory Tuberculosis screening policy for incoming students with an indication of time spent in a country of high TB incidence. These students will undergo onsite screening for active tuberculosis at the University Health Center on both campuses.

Meningitis and Hepatitis B vaccines are mandatory for residential students

The University of Toledo requires students to provide proof of vaccination against several infectious diseases to promote the health and safety of its students, employees, and patients. While the university does not require COVID-19 vaccinations, it strongly recommends them and has previously mandated that students and employees receive a coronavirus vaccine or submit to weekly testing.

In addition to an annual influenza vaccine, all undergraduate students at the University of Toledo must provide official documentation of two MMR immunizations (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella). Beginning in fall 2021, all incoming undergraduate students under the age of 22 must also provide proof of vaccination for meningococcal meningitis.

Ohio law requires all students, regardless of age, residing on a college campus to disclose their vaccination status for meningococcal meningitis and hepatitis B to the University. These vaccines are mandatory for residential students and must be submitted within four weeks of the first day of classes in the student's first semester. While the meningococcal meningitis vaccine is only required for incoming students, the University highly encourages it for all students under the age of 22.

Students who fail to provide proof of vaccination or documentation of a qualifying exemption by the stated deadline may be subject to discipline under the University of Toledo Student Code of Conduct.

COVID-19 vaccines are encouraged but not required for students and staff

The University of Toledo requires students to provide proof of vaccination against several infectious diseases. However, COVID-19 vaccines are encouraged but not required for students and staff. The University recognizes that the COVID-19 vaccine is different from other vaccines that the University requires. The University strongly recommends that students and staff get vaccinated and boosted, especially as COVID-19 continues to be present in the community.

The University of Toledo has taken steps to make COVID-19 vaccines easily accessible to students and staff. The vaccines are available at the outpatient pharmacy in the UTMC Medical Pavilion and the main campus pharmacy. Additionally, insurance will be billed for the COVID-19 vaccine, and employees with health insurance through the University will not have any out-of-pocket expenses. Copays for students and employees without health insurance through the University will depend on their individual health plan benefits.

The University of Toledo also provides free influenza immunization clinics for students and employees each year, typically beginning in October. The University requires an annual influenza vaccine for all on-campus students, employees who are not represented by a bargaining unit, and all healthcare workers at the University of Toledo Medical Center and University clinics. Proof of vaccination must be submitted prior to December 1 of each year. Students and employees who receive their flu shots on campus will have their proof of vaccination uploaded automatically. Those who receive their flu shots elsewhere can upload their proof of vaccination through the University's online vaccine registry.

The University's vaccine requirement does not apply to students who are taking 100% of their courses online or employees who are working 100% remotely and do not come to campus. The University may also grant exemptions to the influenza vaccine requirement on a case-by-case basis for documented medical contraindications or sincerely held religious beliefs. Students and employees can request an exemption by submitting a form available on the University's website.

Exemptions to the University's vaccination policy are available for medical or religious reasons

The University of Toledo requires students to provide proof of vaccination against several infectious diseases to promote the health and safety of its students, employees, and patients. The University may grant exemptions on a case-by-case basis for documented medical contraindications or sincerely held religious beliefs.

Medical Exemption

To qualify for a medical exemption, a student must provide a written statement from a licensed healthcare provider (M.D., D.O., N.P., or P.A.) that the required vaccine is contraindicated and could potentially be harmful due to medical conditions that might lead to a bad reaction from the vaccine. In the case of an egg allergy, for example, the University offers an egg-free vaccine alternative.

Religious Exemption

To qualify for a religious exemption, a student must provide a signed document stating that they decline the vaccine due to their sincerely held religious beliefs or reasons of conscience.

Submission Process

Students may submit a request for an exemption through the University's vaccine registry. The request form can be printed and submitted through the University's vaccine registry portal. The completed form must be uploaded to the same site by the end of the calendar day on October 15, 2024. Students who fail to show proof of vaccination without documentation of a qualifying exemption by the stated deadline may be subject to discipline under the UToledo Student Code of Conduct.

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