Student Health & Wellness

Take care of your health

To get the most out of your education, it’s important that you stay healthy.

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Take advantage of the services and supports available to you as a AV��ֲ� student. We're here to help!

Notice to patients of Dr. McLean:��

Please note that effective December 2, 2024, Dr. McLean will be closing her medical practice at the AV��ֲ� Student Health & Wellness Centre. Learn more.

Book an appointment

If you think you need to see a healthcare professional, it’s important that you do. AV��ֲ�’s health care team consists of nurses, doctors, counsellors, a social worker and a psychiatrist. Booking an appointment with our team is easy and convenient.

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Centre locations

AV��ֲ� has health centres on its Studley and Truro campuses, as well as counselling access on its Sexton campus.

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Coming Soon: 2024 Flu Shots

Flu shot clinics are expected to return in late October 2024.��

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New Patients: Set Up Your Health Profile

New patients are required to set up a Health Profile before your first appointment at the Student Health & Wellness Centre in Halifax. Once completed, you can book appointments online.��

For Faculty and Staff

The Student Health & Wellness SharePoint site provides AV��ֲ� faculty and staff with resources and information to help support students' health and wellbeing, including the Blue Folder and Student Referral Form.��

Student Health Plans

Every AV��ֲ� student must have health insurance coverage. Most AV��ֲ� students are automatically enrolled into one of our DSU Health Plans.��

Information about Dal's health plans for students

Faculty and staff

The Student Health & Wellness SharePoint site��provides AV��ֲ� faculty and staff with resources and information to help support students' health and wellbeing.

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