Health Services

Announcements

Last updated Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Fall 2024 Hours

Open
Monday-Thursday: 8:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Fridays: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Closed
Daily: 12–1 p.m.
Holidays: 9/2

*As we monitor infection rates throughout the semester, Health Services will determine if masking is necessary when visiting our office. Please adhere to signs posted on the office door.

Mosquito-borne Illness Update 8-28-24

In Massachusetts, mosquitos can transmit Eastern Equine Encephalitis (Triple E/EEE) or West Nile Virus (WNV) and can cause illness ranging from a mild fever to more serious disease like encephalitis or meningitis. Mosquitos are usually most active during dawn and dusk in the warmer months. On 8/27, Wellesley’s risk for WNV is in the "MODERATE” category for WNV (mosquito samples collected tested positive for WNV but no human cases are identified) and the "REMOTE" category for EEE (no mosquito samples have tested positive for EEE, and no human cases have been identified).

Protect yourself from bites by:

· Avoiding outdoor activities from dusk to dawn during peak mosquito season

· Wearing long sleeved clothing

· Using insect repellants when outdoors

· Using window and door screens

· Removing standing water where mosquitoes reproduce

Please refer to the links below for more detailed information, check back for updated content, and contact Health Services if you have questions.

Town of Wellesley Mosquito Fact Sheet updated 8-10-24.

Mass.gov Mosquito-borne diseases updated 8-25-24.

Mass.gov Mosquito-borne disease prevention.

CDC Mosquitoes

Immunization Documents

Health requirements were due July 1st, 2024, for Fall incoming students. For students enrolled for the Spring, the due date is December 1st. Please submit your information ASAP!

If you recently uploaded your health and immunization documents, please wait to hear back from us. We will reach out after we have had an opportunity to review and verify your submissions.

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Self Directed STI Clinic

Starting March 15th, students have the option to schedule Self Directed STI appointments through the Online Student Health Portal (OSH). Self Directed STI appointments will be available on Wednesdays. Appointment availability can be found under the "Appointments" tab in the OSH.

Mpox

Babson Health Services continues to monitor the status of the International Mpox outbreak and will update health and safety plans as needed per guidance from the CDC and MA Department of Public Health.

If you are seeking evaluation for a suspected case or for exposure to Mpox, please call the Health Services Office at 781-239-6363 prior to presenting in person for appropriate triage.

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Summer 2024 Hours
Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Closed Daily 12–1 p.m.

Health Services hopes to enhance students’ learning and overall experiences at Babson by assisting them in maintaining optimum physical and emotional health.

Our mission in Health Services is to assist Babson and Olin College of Engineering students in maintaining optimum physical and emotional health through the provision of high quality, comprehensive medical care in combination with health education and wellness services that are both easily accessible and cost effective.

All students enrolled in full time programs at Babson or Olin College of Engineering are eligible to use the health center. Student Health Services does not offer walk in appointments, so students must call 781-239-6363, or stop by the office to schedule a visit. We appreciate your understanding as we support student health needs and can usually offer same day or next day illness and injury visits, excluding weekends and holidays. We are here for you!!

Emergency Situations on Campus

Contact Public Safety by calling 781-239-5555 at any time. They will respond promptly and provide or arrange transportation to Health Services or the hospital.

Health Services is staffed by a highly skilled and caring team of nurse practitioners, a registered nurse, a certified medical assistant, a consulting physician, a nutritionist, and an office manager. The certified nurse practitioners are licensed to diagnose and treat illnesses, prescribe medication, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and provide health counseling and education.

Services

Scheduled appointments are for routine and chronic health needs. An appointment will allow you the time needed to discuss issues at a convenient time based on your schedule. Our services include:

COVID-19 Symptomatic Rapid Antigen and PCR Testing
Diagnosis and Treatment of Illnesses
Evaluation and Treatment of Injuries
Consultations and Follow-Up
Referrals to Specialists & Lab Testing
Reproductive Health Exams
Gynecological Care
Birth Control Counseling
Pregnancy Testing
Emergency Contraception
Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Testing and Treatment

HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PREP) and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)
Gender affirming care
Routine Immunizations
International Travel Immunizations & Consultations
Health Counseling
Nutritional Counseling
Confidential Provider Visits
Please note that allergy shots are not given in Health Services.

Registered Dietician

Alison Doak, MS, RD, LDN
Available weekly during the academic year on Wednesdays & Thursdays, 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Appointments: 781-239-6363

Student Health Portal

The Student Health Portal offers a method of secure communication between students and the offices of Health Services and Sports Medicine at Babson. Through the portal, students can complete required medical and/or athletic forms.

Confidentiality

All visits to Health Services and conversations with the staff are confidential. Your permission must be obtained before the staff will give information to anyone not directly connected with your care. This includes parents and college officials. There are limited exceptions to this policy as we are required by law to report certain communicable diseases to the Public Health Department and in life threatening situations.