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After Hours Physician Exchange:
1-888-383-8232

Emergencies should be directed to 911 or sent directly to Holland Community Hospital Emergency Department, 602 Michigan Ave.

Confidentiality Statement

All records are private and confidential. Medical records are never released without the student's signed consent except in an emergent situation.

All students will need to sign a release if they would like the health clinic to speak with their parents or professors about any health concerns. (There are a few confidentiality exceptions required by law such as reporting certain communicable diseases; or there may be situations that threaten your own safety or the safety of others.

The Hope Health Center is available for ... any registered Hope student. The Hope Health Center can attend to most any illness or injury that you would see your home doctor for!
Referrals to specialists in the area are available if needed. The center is staffed daily by a Physician Assistant and Registered Nurses.
Your Hope Health benefit will cover most of the expenses incurred during a visit.
Come see us!

After Hour Concerns?
After hour care is available at Prime Care 10:00am-10:30pm Sunday - Saturday (494-4250)
3235 N. Wellness Drive
Building A
Holland, MI 49424
Your Hope Health benefit does not cover expenses here. Take your major medical insurance card.

Emergency Care is available at Holland Hospital
602 Michigan Avenue
Holland, MI 49423
Or call 911.

Not sure what to do?
Call our After-hours physician exchange!
1-888-383-8232

 

 

 

 

 

Health Center Hours

The Health Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am - 12:00pm and 1:00 - 4:30pm. Appointments are available between 9:00 - 11:30am and 1:00 - 3:30pm. Please call us at x7585 to set up an appointment.


Need Help to Quit Smoking?

Free classes are offered through Holland Hospital’s Center for Good Health and Zeeland Community Hospital.


 

Nausea, Vomiting & Diarrhea -Oh My!
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Need More Information on MRSA and other Skin Infections?
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Afraid to Get That Shot?
Check out what the consequences could be! www.getvaxed.org



Bats!

Need to know what to do if you spot a bat in your room? Click here


Leaves of three, let it be!

Check here for information on Poison Ivy.


 

Hot Topics!


What can you do to protect yourself from communicable diseases?

• Wash your hands thoroughly before eating, touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
• Cough into the “crook of your arm” to decrease the spread of viruses with your cough.
• Use disposable tissues with sneezing – and dispose of them properly.
• Keep your immune system healthy! Get adequate sleep, water and a variety of healthy foods to help your body develop a strong defense.


What is the Hope "Out of class" policy? Read more>


Student Medical Insurance

Students who have purchased the Hope Collegiate major medical insurance
can obtain a temporary card by setting up an on-line account @ www.studentresources.net

To find a health care provider in your area go to www.studentresources.com
Click on Find my school's plan
Type in Hope College
Click on Hope College
Click on UnitedHealthCare Options PPO Network
Follow directions from there!

Questions or concerns about your Hope Health benefit or Hope Collegiate major medical insurance should be directed to
www.studentresources.net. Once you set up your account you can access

  • your usage and benefits
  • print a copy of your card
  • ask specific questions regarding your coverage

Graduated and Need Short-Term Medical Insurance?

Check out these web sites:
www.uhcsr.com
www.getmednow.com


 

Worried About Head Lice?

Everything you wanted to know but were afraid to ask!

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College Student Health Information

Do you have questions on various health topics, and aren't sure where to turn? Check out this website for lots of information - including recipes!