Packing for college includes medical items

By Dr. Ann Hays — Special to the Lexington Herald-Leader

With high school graduation coming up, many students and their families will soon begin planning in earnest for college this fall.

While shopping for dorm room supplies and registering for classes, new college students should also take a moment to plan for a healthy start to their new lifestyle.

When packing for college, students and their parents should remember to include up-to-date copies of students' immunization records and all health insurance information.  They should also include contact information of their home physician, along with any known medical conditions, drug allergies, and a list of current medications and dosages.

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