Student Health Services (SHS)

Welcome to the Student Health Services (SHS) in the Department of Student Affairs (DSA)

 

We’re here to keep you healthy and focused on your studies. At SHS, we offer essential primary healthcare for all registered UP students. Our team of qualified healthcare professionals is ready to assist you across all UP campuses.

From routine medical care to sexual health support, we’ve got you covered. We also provide free, confidential HIV testing and counselling at our accredited Voluntary Counselling and Testing (VCT) sites.

Whatever your health needs, SHS is here to help you feel your best and succeed at UP.

Your Health & Wellness at SHS

At Student Health Services (SHS), we offer a range of medical and wellness services to keep you in top shape during your time at UP:

Medical Care: Our doctors and nurses handle diagnoses, treatment, and prescriptions. Medication can be purchased at a pharmacy.

Injury Treatment: We’re here to help if you get injured.

Referrals: Need specialized care? We’ll connect you with the right specialists or clinics (costs may apply).

Medical Advice & Counselling: Get guidance on any medical concerns you have.

Immunisations: Stay protected with preventative shots (fees apply).

Family Planning: Free services, plus referrals for pregnancy counselling if needed.

Dietary Advice: Get free tips on nutrition and a healthy lifestyle.

HIV Testing: Confidential, free HIV testing and counselling.

Eye Tests: Free eye exams for all students.

Crossroads Pregnancy Help: Safe, supportive advice for informed choices.

Chronic Medication: Easy access to chronic meds with our pick-up service (coming soon).

SHS is here to support your well-being so you can focus on your studies!

How to Use Our Services

Booking an Appointment: Schedule an appointment by emailing [email protected] or calling +27 (0)12 420 2500.

If needed, we can provide a letter for campus access. Walk-in emergencies are always welcome. Stay tuned for our new online booking system—it’s coming soon!

Special Appointments: For dietary advice, pregnancy counselling, eye tests, blood tests, and HIV/VCT Clinic visits, please book using the same contact details.

Need to Know

Consultations:
All consultations are currently free, but this may change in the future.

Contact Us:
Call +27 (0)12 420 2500 or email [email protected] for more info.

Bring Your Student Card:
Always have your student card when visiting SHS.

Medication:
Prescriptions can be filled at your own cost at any pharmacy.

Special Exams:
Payment is required for specialized medical exams.

We’re here to help—reach out anytime!

Contact Information

Head: Student Health Services
Sr Hannelie Coetzee

Tel: +27 (0)12 420 2500

Email: [email protected]

Address:
SHS is located in Natural Sciences 2 floor 4 whilst the Hatfield campus clinic is being renovated.

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