Although Student Health Services can sometimes be a pain in the tush, they do provide some well-kept secret stressbusters. Though pampering can be on the more expensive side, these services have something the fancy Philly salons don’t … bursar! Make an appointment online or at (215) 746-3535.
Massage Therapy: When midterms have your nerves on edge, take the stress away by indulging in a massage right on Penn’s campus. Schedule appointments for Tuesdays, Thursdays or Fridays and have a professional massage your cares away … on your parents’ unknowing dime. $60 for 50-minute session
Acupuncture: This ancient healing technique is often hard to come by for college students, but SHS makes it an easy and accessible option. Stop by on Wednesdays or Fridays for an appointment specializing in hormonal and digestive issues, injuries or depression. $80 for 90-minute session
Nutrition Services: Living off leftover Chinese food and pizza may be hard for the health-conscious college student. SHS offers free nutrition counseling for celiac disease, lactose-intolerance, high cholesterol and other medical issues. 60 and 30 minute sessions.
