In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Counseling, Health and Wellness Center will continue to make counseling and healthcare accessible to our students. Most of our services are now offered virtually, conveniently through a phone or Microsoft Teams. For more information on how to contact us, please click below. For Health Services For Counseling Services
WPU Fights The Flu! The CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent contracting and spreading of respiratory viruses, including: Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. Avoid close contact with people who are sick. Stay home when you are sick. Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash, and disinfect your hands. Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe. Don’t share food or drinks. Get a flu shot. We strongly recommend everyone get a seasonal flu vaccination. While it will not prevent COVID-19, influenza is currently widespread in New Jersey. Flu vaccines are available at local pharmacies covered by most medical insurances. CHWC has flu vaccines for $15. Please call 973-7230-2360 to schedule an appointment. Read the NJ Department of Health weekly flu activity reports. NOTICE: Directions to Submit Immunization Records Please log-into the STUDENT HEALTH PORTAL - Access via WPconnect > Student tab > under General Services - Click for: A Visual Guide to the Student Health Portal SELF-ENTER your immunization dates into the FORMS section of the Portal Then UPLOAD valid copy of your immunization record -OR- the completed WPU Health (immunization) Form to our office for review - Also in the Portal, complete the MENINGITIS SURVEY under the FORMS section ** MenB vaccine (Trumenba/Bexsero) is NOT the same as MenACWY (Menactra/Menveo) and therefore MenB DOES NOT fulfill the state vaccine requirement for dorming. MenB vaccine is highly recommended but not required for university attendance. Psychological Emergency There is a counselor on-call after office hours for psychological emergencies only. If you are experiencing a psychological emergency, and the office is closed, please call 973-720-2257 and ask to speak to the counselor on call. In the event of a medical emergency on campus, please call 911. You may also go to your nearest emergency room for a medical or psychological emergency.
