Health and Wellness
Remembering to Take Care of Yourself
In the classroom, WashU seeks to train your mind. But outside of school, you still need to take care of your body. Exercise and recreation can keep you in shape, while on-campus medical care can treat your body — and mind — if the need arises.
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WashU Together
The university continues to update our WashU Together: COVID-19 response page. Navigate here to review the most up-to-date guidelines and resources.
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Nutrition on Campus
Dining Services provides a variety of cuisines and options for students, all of which are supported by evidence-based science.
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Counseling
Mental Health Services staff members are here to help students with personal concerns.
Featured Department
Getting well. Feeling better. Learning habits of good mental, emotional and sexual health. Keeping a proactive attitude toward the many aspects of your health. Habif can help.
Habif Health and Wellness Center
Habif is a full-service medical center with professional staff, facilities, programming, online resources and much more.
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for Graduate and Professional Students
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Gary M. Sumers Recreation Center
WashU's flagship recreation facility available for use by members of the campus community.
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Mental Health Services
Our interdisciplinary team offers comprehensive therapeutic services, outreach and prevention programs.
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Graduate Student Health Insurance
All full-time graduate students on the Danforth Campus are required to have health insurance and will be automatically enrolled in the student plan.
Campus Involvement for International Graduate Students
Get resources for promoting health among international graduate students at WashU.
Health Care and Insurance for International Students
Read the guide to health insurance in the U.S. for international students during their time at WashU.
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Associated Departments
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Habif Health and Wellness Center
We support the education and development of our students by promoting their health and well-being.
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Office of Recreation
Through our programming and facilities, we are dedicated to providing students, faculty, and staff a first-rate health, wellness and recreation experience.
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Relationship and Sexual Violence Prevention Center (RSVP)
The RSVP Center is committed to prevention education, as well as response, support and empowerment for victims of relationship and sexual violence.