Geneva College Health Services

02/02/2026

It is important to make sure you get plenty of sleep as you study and prepare for exams throughout the semester. Our Health Services team has put together some tips and tricks for better sleep!
Stay safe and healthy Geneva!

01/29/2026

The temps are predicted to be extremely cold for the next few days so it is important to protect yourself from frostbite.
❄️ Dress is warm layered clothing and keep all skin covered including your face, ears, and hands.
❄️ Limit time outside

✔️ If you suspect you may have frostbite please seek medical attention through Health Services!

Stay safe Geneva!!

01/26/2026

01/12/2026

Welcome back to campus Geneva students! We are glad to have you back for the spring semester!
This is the time of year when viruses are at an all time high, so make sure you are covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze and wash your hands frequently. If you do get sick, the Health Services staff is here to help! We can test you for the Flu, Covid, and strep throat. You can schedule an appointment online through your student health portal.
Stay HEALTHY Geneva!

10/27/2025

With Cold and Flu 🤧 season upon us it can be difficult to stay healthy, but there are many ways in which we can help boost our immune systems. One important way is through SLEEP 😴! There are 4 main ways that sleep plays a crucial role in maintaining a healthy immune system:

✔️ During sleep the body produces white blood cells which help to fight off infection.
✔️ Sleep reduces the amount of inflammation in the body.
✔️ Sleep produces antibodies which also help to fight illnesses.
✔️ Deep sleep triggers hormones which naturally boost the immune system.

So make sure you are getting at least 7-9 hours of sleep per night. If you do get sick, Health Services is here to help! 💪

10/22/2025

Colder weather means more time indoors which ultimately means more chances to spread illnesses. 🥴It is important to know the difference between a viral infection (common cold) and a bacterial infection (strep throat).

✅ Viral infections have mild symptoms and can last 7-10 days. They do not require antibiotics and will go away on their own.

✅ Bacterial infections have more intense symptoms that get worse over time and can last longer than 10 days. These infections usually do require antibiotics.

👩‍⚕️If you are unsure what type of illness you have you can have your symptoms evaluated through Geneva College Health Services!

09/16/2025

The Health Services Clinic is closed today. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We hope to be back with you tomorrow!

09/15/2025

Cook that dough! In recognition of National Food Safety Education Month, read this first before mixing up your dough.

https://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/test-your-safety-knowledge-about-ready-cook-foods

09/09/2025

Every year, an estimated 1 in 6 Americans get sick from foodborne diseases. It is important to identify the symptoms of a foodborne illness (aka food poisoning) and know how to treat it. Geneva College’s Health Services Clinic is here to help if you suspect that you may have food poisoning. You can schedule an appointment with our clinic through your student health portal.

09/01/2025

This month take an active role in preventing foodborne illness, also known as “food poisoning”. Follow these 6 safety tips to keep you and your family safe!