Emergencies and After Hours Care
Health Services has a responsibility to assure that quality health and medical services are available at the Center during hours of operation and adequate services are accessible to students 24 hours a day through community resources.
In case of an emergency call campus police at 814-949-5222 or 911. The Penn State Altoona campus police officers are trained first responders on campus and will assist with crisis or medical emergency needs.
UHS Nurse Advice Line
University Health Services (UHS) provide a 24/7 Nurse Advice Line, available by calling 814-863-4463.
If the Health and Wellness Center is closed and you need immediate medical attention, you can visit any of the following care centers:
Altoona Regional Health System
- UPMC Altoona
650 Howard Avenue
Altoona, PA 16601
814-946-2153 - MedExpress
8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m., 7 days a week
300 E Plank Road
Altoona, PA 16602
814-946-3801