Take care of your health

To get the most out of your education, it’s important that you stay healthy.

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NOTICE: February 12, 2026

Dalhousie University will open at 10:00 a.m. but the Student Health & Wellness Centre (Halifax) will open at 9:00 a.m. for physician appointments and same-day counselling.

Other appointments will begin at 10:00 a.m. and if your appointment is impacted, you will be notified of the change by text/email. If you wish to reschedule due to weather, please use the cancellation form. Our team will contact you within 48 hours to reschedule or you can rebook your appointment online. You will not be charged a missed appointment fee if you are unable to travel due to poor weather conditions.

Take advantage of the services and supports available to you as a Dalhousie student. We're here to help!

Book an appointment

If you think you need to see a healthcare professional, it’s important that you do. Dalhousie’s health care team consists of nurses, doctors, counsellors, and a psychiatrist. Booking an appointment with our team is easy and convenient.

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Centre locations

Dalhousie has health centres on its Studley and Truro campuses, as well as counselling access on its Sexton campus.

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New Patients

In Halifax, please set up a Health Profile before your first appointment. Once completed, you can book appointments online.

In Truro, please call the Centre in Truro (902) 893-6300 or email healthac@dal.ca to set up your profile and book an appointment.

Your first appointment

For Faculty and Staff

The Student Health & Wellness SharePoint site provides Dalhousie faculty and staff with resources and information to help support students' health and wellbeing, including the Blue Folder and Student Referral Form.

SharePoint site (myDal login required)

Student Health Plans

Every Dalhousie student must have health insurance coverage. Most Dalhousie students are automatically enrolled into one of our DSU Health Plans.

Information about Dal's health plans for students

Faculty and staff

The Student Health & Wellness SharePoint site provides Dalhousie faculty and staff with resources and information to help support students' health and wellbeing.

Student Health & Wellness SharePoint Site