
Student Health Service is committed to safeguard the health of our students in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The guidelines below are designed to help you navigate these complex circumstances.
Student Health Service is committed to safeguard the health of our students in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. The guidelines below are designed to help you navigate these complex circumstances.
Update: Effective September 17, 2022, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) lifted the weekly COVID-19 vaccine testing requirements. The CDPH COVID-19 vaccine and booster requirements remain in effect. Unvaccinated/booster-eligible students, who participate in patient care, must have an approved medical exemption/religious exception/booster deferral in our online system.
On December 22, 2021, the CDPH announced new COVID-19 vaccine booster requirements and testing measures for all healthcare workers, including students and trainees. Under this order, healthcare workers, including students and trainees, are required to receive a booster dose by March 1, 2022. This order only pertains to students who meet the definition of a healthcare worker and are part of the original CDPH vaccination mandate.
Below is information about how LLUH/LLU will comply with the CDPH orders.
All students must attest to their COVID-19 vaccine status using our online system — online system.
Submit a medical exemption
Submit a religious exception
Effective September 17, 2022, the CDPH lifted the weekly COVID-19 vaccine testing requirements. The CDPH COVID-19 vaccine and booster requirements remain in effect. Unvaccinated/booster-eligible students, who participate in patient care, must have an approved medical exemption/religious exception/booster deferral in our online system.
I have an approved religious exception or medical exemption under the previous CDPH Public Health Order. Do I need to resubmit another exception/exemption?
No, you are not required to do anything additional at this time. Your approved religious exception or medical exemption is still valid.
I do not participate in patient care and/or I am exclusively remote (online). Do I need to submit my booster documentation?
Yes, please submit your COVID-19 booster documentation using our online system — online system. If you have not received your booster, please select this option followed by, “I do not participate in patient care” or “I am exclusively remote (online)”.
The vaccine and booster mandates apply only to those who participate in patient care.
I recently tested positive for COVID-19. I have not received my booster. Am I required to test under this mandate?
Effective September 17, 2022, the CDPH lifted the weekly COVID-19 vaccine testing requirements. The CDPH COVID-19 vaccine and booster requirements remain in effect. Unvaccinated/booster-eligible students, who participate in patient care, must have an approved medical exemption/religious exception/booster deferral in our online system.
I am not eligible for my booster. Do I have to start testing?
Effective September 17, 2022, the CDPH lifted the weekly COVID-19 vaccine testing requirements. The CDPH COVID-19 vaccine and booster requirements remain in effect. Unvaccinated/booster-eligible students, who participate in patient care, must have an approved medical exemption/religious exception/booster deferral in our online system.
I received the primary series of the COVID-19 vaccine. I do not plan to receive the booster. What do I need to do?
Please attest to your COVID-19 booster status using our online system — online system. Students may request a religious exception, medical exemption, or booster deferral.
All medical exemption requests must be processed through Student Health Service. Please call 909 558-8770 to schedule a visit with a provider.
I cannot login to the online system. Who should I contact?
Contact the LLU Help Desk by calling 909-558-8053 or emailing lluhelpdesk@llu.edu.
In-person classes: Classes will continue in-person as scheduled.
Masks: Effective April 3, 2023, the California Department of Public Health ended the COVID-19 indoor masking policies in high-risk and healthcare settings. Staff, visitors, and patients in these settings are no longer required to mask while indoors. As part of providing clinical care, we want to respect our patients’ choices, and if they would like their healthcare providers to wear a mask, we ask you to do so. For those who would like to continue to wear a mask, you may also do so. Please contact Student Health Service with any questions or concerns.
COVID-19 Vaccines: COVID-19 vaccines are available by appointment at Student Health Service. Schedule your appointment by calling 909-558-8770 or using My Turn.
Positive test: If you test positive for COVID-19, please inform the student health team by email.
Testing: COVID-19 tests are available to all students through Student Health Service. Additional testing is available from San Bernardino County.
University prevention strategies: Loma Linda University will continue to utilize the following prevention strategies to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
CDC and CDPH guidance changes often. Protection strategies are affected by the level of community transmission, COVID-19 vaccine coverage, local outbreaks, and increasing trends.
Students who were vaccinated in California may obtain a digital copy of their COVID-19 vaccine record through the CDPH.
Students who need a COVID-19 vaccine should contact Student Health Service at 909-558-8770, use My Turn, or visit our vaccine page. Appointments are required. No walk-ins available.
Shuttle services are available to most vaccine sites. For more information, please view the Shuttle Service Map or contact Transportation Services at (909) 651-3020 or ext. 53020.
International students vaccinated outside of the United States should refer to Interim Clinical Considerations for Use of COVID-19 Vaccines Currently Authorized in the United States for the need for vaccinations upon arrival in the United States.
Student Health Service provides care for students who are located in the state of California. Students located outside California should consult their primary care provider in their home state.
Students should stay home if they have any of the following symptoms (not including a chronic medical condition such as migraines, asthma, IBS/colitis, or premenstrual syndrome):
If you have COVID-like symptoms, Student Health Service serves as your primary care location. Please call the office at 909-558-8770 for a video visit. Do not come in person for symptom assessment. Be sure to proactively limit your contact with others until you have contacted Student Health Service for determination of whether isolation is needed.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has issued new guidance on reporting suspected COVID-19 infections for students enrolled in clinical rotations. We are required to report this information to CDPH on an ongoing basis.
LLUH’s COVID-19 exposure definition has been updated. The definition of close contact (in the context of exposure) is as follows:
*The following are sites on campus that are greater than 400,000 cubic feet:
All students who suspect they have been exposed should follow Student Exposure to COVID-19 Algorithm (12/05/2022).
Student Health Service is responsible for case investigation and contact tracing for all students. When Student Health Service is notified that someone has tested positive for or been diagnosed with COVID-19, Student Health Service communicates exposure locations on our website: llu.edu/covid-19-info-cases.
COVID-19 testing is available to all students through Student Health Service. Free testing is available through San Bernardino County.
Check for symptoms: Students should perform daily health screenings for infectious illnesses (including COVID-19) before they arrive to campus and/or clinical rotations. Students with signs or symptoms of infectious illness should stay home, isolate away from others, and call Student Health Service to schedule a video visit at 909-558-8770.
Keep track of exposures: Students who have had close contact with a known/suspected COVID-19 case should follow the Student Exposure to COVID-19 Algorithm (12/05/2022).
Consider your medical conditions: Students with certain medical conditions identified by the CDC may be more likely to get severely ill from COVID-19. Students with high-risk conditions are encouraged to make an appointment with Student Health Service at 909-558-8770 to discuss any questions or concerns.
International Students (meaning non-citizens on LLU-sponsored student visas) should inform the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) of their arrival date in the U.S. as soon as their travel itinerary has finalized. Please contact ISSS by emailing intlstdsrv@llu.edu or calling 909-558-4955. For more information related to travel during the COVID-19 Pandemic, please monitor CDC and CDPH guidance.
International travelers living on-campus in the residence halls should contact and inform their facility dean of their arrival date to the U.S (or provide a copy of their flight itinerary).
International students vaccinated outside of the United States should refer to Interim Clinical Considerations for Use of COVID-19 Vaccines Currently Authorized in the United States for the need for vaccinations upon arrival in the U.S.
The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) guidance for isolation and quarantine is divided into different categories for clearance, including consideration for whether you are in the general public OR working in a healthcare setting (this applies to students on clinical rotations).
Please report symptoms and confirmed COVID-19 infections, and high-risk exposures to Student Health Service. Email us at COVID19_Student_Health@llu.edu or call 909-558-8770.
Masking and proof of vaccination: Students in a clinical or patient care setting may be expected to show proof of vaccination at each site. Effective April 3, 2023, the California Department of Public Health ended the COVID-19 indoor masking policies in high-risk and healthcare settings. Staff, visitors, and patients in these settings are no longer required to mask while indoors. As part of providing clinical care, we want to respect our patients’ choices, and if they would like their healthcare providers to wear a mask, we ask you to do so. For those who would like to continue to wear a mask, you may also do so. Please contact Student Health Service with any questions or concerns.
Preventive measures: All students are encouraged to practice the following preventive measures:
Quarantine is not required for high-risk or international travel. For specific questions/concerns regarding your travel, please contact Student Health Service at 909-558-8770 or via email at COVID19_Student_Health@llu.edu.
If you're traveling to or from California, follow the CDPH travel guidelines.