# News and Announcements [### HUHS Hosts Flu Vaccine Clinic ](/news/2026/08/huhs-hosts-flu-vaccine-clinic) August 28, 2026 See the full list of 2026 HUHS Flu Clinics. All HUHS patients and those with an active Harvard ID can receive vaccination by scheduling through the HUHS Patient Portal . Same-day appointments will be available, but advanced booking is highly recommended... ![Harvard University Health Services news and announcements banner](/sites/g/files/omnuum12951/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2026-07/News-and-Announce_1500x439.jpg?itok=1uWg3_z2) [### OTC Medications Available at the ScriptCenter Kiosk ](/scriptcenter-huhs) August 12, 2026 Harvard University Health Services offers an automated pharmacy kiosk, called a ScriptCenter, that provides secure pickup of health care products 24 hours/ 7 days a week. The ScriptCenter is stocked with over-the-counter medications at a price that is far... ![The ScriptCenter, located in the vestibule at the 75 Mount Auburn entrance of HUHS](/sites/g/files/omnuum12951/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2026-08/HUHS_2026_ScriptCenter.JPG?itok=P1vPFawN) [### HUGHP Members Can Now Schedule Appointments With HUHS Nutrition Directly Through the Patient Portal! ](/news/2026/07/hughp-members-can-now-schedule-appointments-huhs-nutrition-directly-through-patient) July 16, 2026 Whether you are managing a condition, working toward wellness goals, or just want expert guidance from an HUHS Registered Dietitian, help is now easier to access than ever. No phone calls. Just a few clicks to receive high-quality care at a time that... ![Harvard University Health Services news and announcements banner](/sites/g/files/omnuum12951/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2026-07/News-and-Announce_1500x439.jpg?itok=1uWg3_z2) [### Supporting Your Physical and Mental Wellbeing in the New Year ](/news/2026/02/supporting-your-physical-and-mental-wellbeing-new-year) February 03, 2026 Dear Members of the Harvard Community: We hope that your Spring semester is off to a great start and that you are staying warm amid our seasonably frosty weather. This is a busy time of year, and many of you are juggling a host of responsibilities. As you... ![Harvard University Health Services news and announcements banner](/sites/g/files/omnuum12951/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2026-07/News-and-Announce_1500x439.jpg?itok=1uWg3_z2) [### Healthy Minds Survey Report Now Available ](/news/2025/09/healthy-minds-survey-report-now-available) September 09, 2025 Dear Members of the Harvard Community: Last spring, we asked students enrolled in degree programs to complete the Healthy Minds Survey. More than 5,900 students – 25% of our undergraduate and graduate students – did so, providing us with valuable data on... ![Harvard University Health Services news and announcements banner](/sites/g/files/omnuum12951/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2026-07/News-and-Announce_1500x439.jpg?itok=1uWg3_z2) [### An Update to Our Urgent Care Hours of Operation ](/news/2025/06/update-our-urgent-care-hours-operation) June 09, 2025 Beginning Monday, June 16, 2025, Urgent Care at the Smith Campus Center will be open daily from 8 am to 6 pm. Additionally, the clinic will close on the following holidays: Juneteenth July 4th Thanksgiving Christmas Day New Year's Day Martin Luther King... ![Harvard University Health Services news and announcements banner](/sites/g/files/omnuum12951/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2026-07/News-and-Announce_1500x439.jpg?itok=1uWg3_z2) [### Masking at HUHS ](/news/2024/03/masking-huhs) March 30, 2024 Face masks are encouraged but optional throughout Harvard University Health Services (HUHS). Masks are available upon entry for those who choose to wear them. Patients with symptoms of respiratory illness and those with known COVID-19 exposure are... ![Harvard University Health Services news and announcements banner](/sites/g/files/omnuum12951/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2026-07/News-and-Announce_1500x439.jpg?itok=1uWg3_z2) [### Harvard University Health Services Appoints Co-Chiefs of Internal Medicine ](/news/2024/03/harvard-university-health-services-appoints-co-chiefs-internal-medicine) March 04, 2024 Graham Dresden, MD, and Kyle Morawski, MD, are the latest additions to clinical leadership at Harvard University Health Services (HUHS). As Co-Chiefs of Internal Medicine, Drs. Morawski and Graham will bring a wealth of experience, expertise, and... ![Harvard University Health Services news and announcements banner](/sites/g/files/omnuum12951/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2026-07/News-and-Announce_1500x439.jpg?itok=1uWg3_z2) [### HUHS Appoints Chief Medical Officer and Deputy Executive Director ](/news/2023/09/huhs-appoints-chief-medical-officer-and-deputy-executive-director) September 07, 2023 Harvard University Health Services (HUHS) recently announced two additions to its senior leadership team. Kathy G. Niknejad, MD, will serve as Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and Physician in Chief, and Kimberly Eng will serve as Deputy Executive Director and... ![Harvard University Health Services news and announcements banner](/sites/g/files/omnuum12951/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2026-07/News-and-Announce_1500x439.jpg?itok=1uWg3_z2) [### Why Do I Need A Flu Shot Every Year? ](/news/2022/08/why-do-i-need-flu-shot-every-year) August 29, 2022 Each year, millions of Americans contract influenza, leading to anywhere from 200-500,000 hospitalizations and 18-50,000 deaths. Fortunately, while the flu is highly contagious—and dangerous to the immunocompromised—its severity can be significantly... ![Harvard University Health Services news and announcements banner](/sites/g/files/omnuum12951/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2026-07/News-and-Announce_1500x439.jpg?itok=1uWg3_z2) [### Should I Get Vaccinated Against Shingles? ](/news/2022/08/should-i-get-vaccinated-against-shingles) August 17, 2022 As we age, the immune system weakens, resulting in older adults being more susceptible to viruses and infections that—in youth—may have been much easier to shake off. Vaccination against seasonal flu, TDaP, hepatitis B, and pneumonia is one way that older... ![Harvard University Health Services news and announcements banner](/sites/g/files/omnuum12951/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2026-07/News-and-Announce_1500x439.jpg?itok=1uWg3_z2) [### Why Do I Need the TDaP Vaccine Before Attending College? ](/news/2022/08/why-do-i-need-tdap-vaccine-attending-college) August 11, 2022 Most colleges require that students have received a handful of vaccinations prior to attending class. Before COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters, TDaP was—and remains—a common requirement. In this Q & A, we explain what the vaccine protects against, who is... ![Harvard University Health Services news and announcements banner](/sites/g/files/omnuum12951/files/styles/hwp_16_9__480x270/public/2026-07/News-and-Announce_1500x439.jpg?itok=1uWg3_z2)