Health issues
Source: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/students/support/health-issues/ Parent: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/students/
The Student Health Hub is a good place to start if you have questions about accessing health care, or if you aren't sure who to talk to.
You can contact The Student Health Hub:
For more information on closures, visit the website of your medical practice:
If you are missing classes because you are unwell, there is information about absence reporting online or in your student handbook. If your School has asked for medical evidence, you can complete and return this form (Word) to your Healthcare provider. If you require any further advice, you can contact Student Services by calling +44 (0)1334 46 2020 or completing this online form.
Guides on health issues
Learn how to access dental treatment through the NHS or private clinics. 2. ### Access period products and advice about sexual and reproductive health
Learn where to find free products and tests at the University. 3. ### Accessing hospitals and urgent or emergency care
What to do when you have a minor or serious injury, and where to get help. 4. ### Find the right medical help
Understand where to find the right medical help as a University of St Andrews student, including the need to register with a GP, support from the University and what help pharmacists can provide. 5. ### Getting the medicine you need
Understand how to get prescription medicine in the UK and the restrictions that apply to international students. 6. ### Getting vaccinations to travel outside the UK
Where you can get vaccinations and information. 7. ### Register with a doctor
Learn how to register with a doctor when you arrive in St Andrews. 8. ### Sexual health and contraception resources and support
Learn about sexual health and the related services available to students, and how to get free condoms, contraceptive advice, and emergency contraception. 9. ### Students in hospital
Who to contact, how you can get help and what to do about classes, assessments and exams. 10. ### Vaccinations students need before arriving in St Andrews
Find out what vaccines you need and what to do if you are in St Andrews and have not been vaccinated.