Between work, classes, family responsibilities and everything else on your calendar, finding time to take care of yourself can be difficult. As the weather changes and cold and flu season approaches, it is especially important to know what to do when you start feeling under the weather.
For Tarleton State University Fort Worth students balancing busy schedules, getting sick can mean rearranging work, missing class or trying to fit a doctor’s appointment into an already full day. Fortunately, TimelyCare provides a convenient way to access virtual health care when you need it, without having to travel to another location for every concern.
What Is TimelyCare?
TimelyCare is a virtual health care platform available to currently enrolled Tarleton State students. It allows students to connect with medical providers from their phone or another device, making it easier to seek care around their schedules.
Whether you are experiencing cold symptoms, a sore throat, seasonal allergies or another common health concern, TimelyCare can help you determine your next steps.
Available services include:
- MedicalNow: Connect with a medical provider for urgent, non-emergency health concerns.
- Medical: Schedule a virtual appointment for common medical needs.
TimelyCare is available 24/7, including evenings, weekends and university breaks. For students commuting to campus, working during the day or managing responsibilities at home, having access to virtual care outside traditional office hours can make seeking medical advice more convenient.
Depending on your symptoms, a provider may recommend additional care, such as an in-person appointment or testing.
Stay Healthy as the Weather Changes
Changing temperatures and seasonal illnesses can make it difficult to avoid getting sick entirely. However, a few everyday habits can help you take care of yourself while managing a busy schedule.
Make time for rest.
When you are balancing work, school and family, sleep can easily fall to the bottom of your priority list. Try to maintain a consistent sleep schedule and give yourself time to recover when you are sick. Pushing through an illness without enough rest can make it harder to feel your best.
Keep up with healthy habits.
Stay hydrated, eat regular meals and wash your hands throughout the day. Keeping a water bottle in your car or bag and packing meals or snacks for long days can help you maintain healthy habits between work and class.
Pay attention to how you feel.
Congestion, sneezing, coughing and sore throats can have several causes, including allergies and respiratory infections. If symptoms persist, worsen or interfere with your daily activities, consider contacting a medical provider for guidance.
Know your options before you need them.
When you have a full schedule, the last thing you want is to spend extra time figuring out where to seek care. Familiarizing yourself with TimelyCare now can help you know where to turn when an illness or other health concern comes up.
How to Get Started With TimelyCare
You do not have to wait until you are sick to set up your account. Getting started ahead of time makes it easier to access care when you need it.
- Download the TimelyCare app or visit the TimelyCare website.
- Log in using your Tarleton State credentials.
- Complete your patient information.
- Select the appropriate service when you need care.
To learn more about available services and access instructions, visit the TimelyCare webpage.
Make Your Health Part of Your Schedule
As a Tarleton State Fort Worth student, you have a lot to balance. Taking care of your health should not have to feel like another difficult task to fit into your day.
Whether you need advice about cold symptoms, seasonal allergies or another non-emergency health concern, TimelyCare offers a convenient way to connect with a medical provider around your schedule.
Take a few minutes to set up your account and learn about the services available to you. That way, when you start feeling under the weather, you will know where to turn.
For more information and to register your account, visit the TimelyCare webpage.
TimelyCare is intended for non-emergency care. If you experience a medical emergency, call 911 or seek emergency medical attention.