New Student
Welcome to UMass Amherst and University Health Services (UHS)! We’re the place to come for health care, services and information to help you now and throughout your life. Our fully accredited facility and college health experts are here to support your wellbeing.
Stuff you need to do
Stuff you need to know
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In a life-threatening emergency, call 911 for an ambulance.
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Have a health concern and don’t know what to do? Call UHS' Triage Advice Nurse, (413) 577-5229.
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Know the ropes with this information for first-time UHS patients.
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Our tips and timesavers can help speed your visits.
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Make routine medical appointments by calling (413) 577-5101.
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For mental and emotional health concerns, call UHS' Center for Counseling and Psychological Health (413) 545-2337 weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.; after hours, on weekends or holidays, call UHS, (413) 577-5000 and ask for the on-call counselor.
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Insurance questions? Check out the info on this site or call Patient Services,
(413) 577-5192.
- Your health information is confidential. No one will know you’ve used medical or counseling services unless you choose to tell them.
Don't forget ...
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Check out our FAQs and Tips for Staying Healthy. There's lots of information in the Health Topics A to Z area; you can also visit the Center for Health Promotion to learn more.
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Get involved! Come to health programs, teach others as a peer health educator, be part of the fun with the Not Ready for Bedtime Players, make a difference with Voices Against Violence, nurture your recovery with Fresh and Sober, and more. Call the Center for Health Promotion at UHS, (413) 577-5181, to learn more.
