Health Services: News & Announcements

• Welcome Class of 2017
  Prior to your arrival on campus for move-in day, there are specific health requirements that must be satisfied.
• Sickle Cell Trait Testing
  Haverford will be requiring new and returning students to either confirm their status with regard to this condition.
• Health Services is Now Accepting Insurance
  In an effort to meet the rising cost of health care and maintain the current level of service, we have started the process of becoming a network provider for several medical insurance companies. Please bring your insurance card to Health Services when coming to see a provider.

Archived News

• Health Fair Tomorrow
  You're invited to the Student Health Fair in the DC Wed., 2/15/12 from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Come and get great health information and free goodies, plus raffle prizes. All are welcome!
• Red Cross Blood Drive
  November 9 & 10 from 10 am to 4 pm in Founders Great Hall
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• Welcome Class of 2015!
  Please review these items which need to be completed over the summer.
• Class of 2017: Special Dietary Needs
  We want to help accommodate your student’s transition to college by making sure that the Dining Center is a safe and welcoming place for your student to enjoy meals.


• Helpful Health Info for Graduating Seniors
  Find out what you need to know about insurance, immunizations, and more!
• Student Health Survey
  The Student Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) needs your input. Please take our short survey!
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• Health Advisory
  Philadelphia Department of Public Health reports that the influenza activity in the Philly Area is now at high levels as of January 10, 2013.
• Need the flu vaccine?
  Use the HealthMap Vaccine Finder to locate places you can get a flu vaccine.
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• Synergy Massage Therapy
  On-campus appointments for students and staff are available. Services include sports massage, Myofascial release, stress reduction treatments, and structural evaluations.
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• MRSA - Community Acquired Methicillin Resistant Staph Aureus
  MRSA is very contagious and can spread easily through a college campus.
• What is whooping cough?
  Whooping cough—or pertussis—is a very serious respiratory (in the lungs and breathing tubes) infection caused by the pertussis bacteria. It causes violent coughing you can’t stop.
• Fall Wellness Events
  Sponsored by Morris Health Services
• Flu Vaccine Available Now
  Flu shots will be available at Morris Health Center in September
• "I think my friend may have an emotional problem — how can I help?"
  Read on for some suggestions on how to assist.
• Sleep Your Way to Better Grades
  Sleep has many positive effects on health and well-being, but many college students report getting insufficient sleep each night.