Health, Mental-Health Screening, and Medication Rules During the First 72 Hours at Duval Regional
The first few days after admission move fast. Here's what Duval Regional Juvenile Detention Center does for health and mental-health screening—and what you need to know if your child takes prescription medication.
Every youth entering Duval Regional receives a routine medical screening within 72 hours of admission. If you're worried about your child's health needs being overlooked during intake, this 72-hour window is the standard.
Routine screening typically includes tuberculosis (TB) testing, a vision check, and STI screening. The exact tests depend on each youth's needs, but these are common examples of what happens during the initial medical review.
Note: The facility’s medical clinic is staffed by licensed medical staff who are available to respond to health-related issues daily.
Mental-health services at Duval Regional come through a contracted private provider. This means dedicated mental-health care is built into the facility's operations - not handled informally or only when problems arise.
DMHA: The Designated Mental Health Authority (DMHA) at the detention center is a licensed mental health care worker.
Bringing prescription medication? Packaging matters. The facility only accepts medication in its original pharmacy container with a current label intact.
Quick rule: No loose pills, pill organizers, or unlabeled bottles. Medication must be in the original pharmacy container with the current label.
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- ✓ Bring prescription medication only in the original container from a licensed pharmacy, with the appropriate current label intact
- ✓ Expect a routine medical screening within 72 hours of admission
- ✓ Be ready for routine examinations that may include TB screening, a vision check, and STI screening
If something feels urgent - an existing condition, a medication issue, or a new symptom - know that Duval Regional's medical clinic is staffed daily by licensed medical professionals. The best thing you can do from your end is follow the medication container rule exactly. Proper labeling helps staff identify prescriptions quickly and keeps things moving without delays.
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