Not surprisingly, academics at Hillsdale College are the top priority for the majority of students. However, time outside of the classroom setting is vital, and volunteering is a wonderful outlet for those looking to put down their books. Community Health holds a unique mixture of volunteer healthcare opportunities for interested students and is one of...
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State budget forces local health agency to remove mandatory quarantine order
The Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency removed all mandatory COVID-19 quarantine orders on Sept. 30 in order to retain state funds. Health Officer Rebecca Burns’ removal of these orders was a result of the Michigan state legislature’s budget bill. The bill said all local health agency funding would be withheld or taken back if quarantine...
Hospital becomes sixth in nation to use new laser therapy
Hillsdale Hospital is one of only six locations in the country to use a thulium laser to treat kidney, ureteral, and bladder stones. Hillsdale Hospital and Dr. Stockall from Capital Urological Associates joined forces to bring new technology and the highest quality urological care to Hillsdale and its surrounding areas, according to Physician Liaison Darren...
Campus to host blood drive
In an effort to unite on-campus groups to serve the Hillsdale area, the Community Health branch of the Hillsdale GOAL Program will be partnering with the Red Cross in a blood drive this Friday, Nov. 6. from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Students will have the opportunity to donate blood to those in need in...
‘Community Health’ program expands volunteering choices for students
For students interested in offering support to people in the community or looking for further holistic insight into health professions, the Great Opportunities for Assistance and Leadership (GOAL) office has a new option. Beginning this semester, junior Sarah Becker will lead the Community Health GOAL program, which has replaced the former Students Against Cancer...




