The health of students and staff at St. John Fisher College is a priority for the institution. The college offers a range of services to ensure the wellbeing of its community. This includes counseling services, mental health resources, substance abuse assistance, physical health and nutrition advice, and sexual health education programs. Additionally, there are multiple local hospitals and medical facilities located near campus to provide quality healthcare in case of emergency or for regular checkups. The college provides free on-campus flu shots, as well as educational programs related to staying healthy while living on campus. Through these initiatives the college hopes to keep its community members healthy and safe.
The health of a city has many different factors. It can refer to air quality, water quality, risk of getting respiratory disease or cancer. The people you live around can also affect your health as some places have lower or higher rates of physical activity, increased alcohol intake, smoking, obesity, and cancer rates.