A registered nurse provides for the primary care needs of the students. This includes assessment, first aid treatment, monitoring of chronic diseases, health counseling and disease prevention, and the management of minor illness with referral to other health professionals as necessary. Saint John's Hospital is adjacent to the campus.

In addition to helping students with health care needs, the Health Service office serves as a point of contact for health information. Students may check out books, pamphlets, videos, etc. for resource material or just out of interest.

There are two blood drives yearly, and a flu shot clinic in the fall. Smoking students are encouraged to participate in the Great American Smokeout by signing up and receiving a bag of free treats to enjoy instead of cigarettes. Spring break survival kits are given out to encourage safety during spring break. During finals week in the fall and spring, Health Services works with the counselor and residence halls director to provide fun, stress-relieving activities.

Helpful Links:
American College Health Association
Facts on Tap-Alcohol and College
Bacchus & Gamma Peer Education Network
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention

For more information contact:
Terry Delavan, RN
Director of Health Services
delavant@stmary.edu