Student Health Services

Access care quickly and conveniently, wherever you are!

• Basic assessments, evaluations, treatments, and prescriptions for minor or episodic illnesses and injuries.
• Speak with an Instant Urgent Care healthcare professional virtually using our secure telemedicine service.
• See How to Access Services

Need face-to-face care? Visit one of the Instant Urgent Care locations nearby for in-person support.

• Address more immediate health concerns with professional care.
• Multiple local facilities are available to serve you.
• How to Access: Call to schedule an appointment and let them know you are a Foothill College Student.

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3466 El Camino Real, 

Santa Clara CA 95051
(408) 791-1210

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970 W El Camino Real,

Ste 8, Sunnyvale CA 94087
(408) 212-7420

• Pick up over-the-counter medications, bandages, and condoms conveniently and at no cost.
• Location: The Owl's Nest (room, 2152)

Contact our Student Affairs staff at: 

• Phone: 650-949-7241
• Email: studentaffairs@fhda.edu

• To receive free or low-cost services, you are required to pay a district governing board mandated mandatory health services fee when you register for classes. See health services fee exemption rules.

• The Health Services Fee helps pay for both Psychological Services Mental Health Services and Health Center Services (when available).

• Your student health fee does NOT cover hospital care, referrals to specialists, dental, vision, or emergency transportation.

• For these reasons, we strongly recommend you obtain supplemental health insurance. Check out insurance options.

• Basic assessment, evaluation, treatment, and prescriptions for minor/episodic illnesses and injuries.
• *Physical Exams (Allied Health, International and Transfer students) which includes hearing and vision exams (NO DMV physicals)
• Sports Athletic Physicals
• Low cost diagnostic lab test and screenings performed at the health center for your convenience.
• Reproductive Care visits
• *Morning-After Pill
• *Immunizations — See types and costs
• *Smoking Cessation support
• *Screenings (blood pressure, HIV, STD’s, etc.)
• *Lab Tests (limited) including TB testing

When available, most services are included in your student health fee, while some are available at low costs. 

*Services with asterisk may incur an additional cost. 

If you need to order your health records, follow steps for accessing through the Instant Urgent Care Portal.

1. Go to Instant Urgent Care Portal
2. Create or Sign in to the Instant Urgent Care portal
3. From there, you can securely
   • Check your health record
   • Request copies of medical record. Note: Records are only available from Sept. 25 2017 through Aug. 31, 2022.
   • Contact IUC staff for questions or problems. *Records are only available from 25 Sept 2017 through 31 Aug 2022.

Vaccination Policy Effective July 1, 2023, COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required within the Foothill-De Anza Community College District.

• Masking is no longer highly encouraged.
• However, we do encourage you to be vaccinated and keep up with the recommended COVID boosters. 
• We ask that you stay home if you do not feel well. 

If You Test Positive for COVID-19 When testing positive for COVID-19, both students and employees are required to complete a self-reporting form to inform the college if you have been on campus and subsequently diagnosed with COVID. See self-reporting details here.COVID-19 Testing KitsFree COVID tests are available to all students taking classes on campus at our Welcome Center. Most Current COVID-19 InformationFor complete details, see our COVID-19 Guidelines.

Our Mental Health and Wellness Center (room 2120) provides a private lactation room where students who are nursing can pump or nurse their baby.

 Mental Health Services. (room 2120)

What You'll Find When You Visit (room 2313)

Our lounge offers a variety of resources and services designed to help you relax, recharge, and prioritize your mental health and wellness, including:

• Massage Chairs: Unwind in our state-of-the-art massage chairs, perfect for soothing stress and tension.
• Wellness Resources: Access a range of wellness literature, relaxation techniques, and mental health information including a VR relaxation tool.
• Quiet Spaces: Enjoy quiet, calming areas for yoga or stretching, meditation, reflection, or simply a break from your busy schedule.
• Supportive Environment: Our friendly staff is here to answer questions and guide you to the right resources, whether it's mental health services or stress management strategies.

At the Wellness Lounge, we are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where students can focus on their wellness.

Whether you're looking to de-stress, find resources, or simply take a moment for yourself, we're here to help you thrive.

No, services are available to all enrolled students who pay the health fee.

You do not need health insurance to use the Health services, but we highly recommend you get insurance.  Learn about available health insurance options.

Students are encouraged to use the Student Health Services