Overview
Health Services is located in the lower level of Mother Teresa Hall and is staffed with medical professionals, who can provide evaluation and treatment for minor illnesses, injuries and infections.
Below is a list of some common conditions we treat:
- Strep throat
- Ear aches
- Sinus infections
- Seasonal Allergies
- Urinary tract infections
- Rashes
- Minor musculoskeletal injuries
- Pink eye
- Minor wounds
- Skin infections
Other services include:
- STI screening
- Lab orders for antibody titers
- TB screening
- Limited vaccinations
For more information on the services we provide or to schedule an appointment, please call 815-836-5455 or email healthservices@lewisu.edu.
If you are in need of medical attention after hours, locations of healthcare facilities in the Romeoville area can be found here.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call Lewis University Police Department (815) 836-5911 if you are on campus, or dial 911 if you are off campus.
Please carefully review Lewis University | COVID-19 Updates for up-to-date information on Lewis University’s Covid-19 response and mitigation strategies.
If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, isolate and get tested. Stay home until your results are back and report your symptoms to the My Lewis App.
When to Seek Medical Attention
If you develop emergency warning signs for COVID-19 seek medical attention immediately. Emergency warning signs include:
- Trouble breathing
- Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
- New confusion
- Inability to wake or stay awake
- Pale, gray, or blue colored skin, lips, or nail beds, depending on skin tone
This list is not all inclusive. Source: Symptoms of COVID-19 | CDC
Please consult your medical provider for any other symptoms that are severe, concerning, or persistent. In the case of an emergency, dial 911.
List of Covid-19 Resources
- CDC COVID-19 Information: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) | CDC
- CDC COVID-19 FAQ: Coronavirus (COVID-19) frequently asked questions | CDC
- Will County Health Department: COVID-19 | Will County Health Department WCHD COVID-19 Hotline: 815-740-8977
- Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH): COVID-19 Home (illinois.gov)
For general questions about COVID 19 and Illinois' response and guidance, call 1-800-889-3931 or email dph.sick@illinois.gov
- A directory of county public health departments can be found here: https://www.naccho.org/membership/lhd-directory
