Most 18-year-olds have never had to decide what medicine to take, who to call, or when something's actually serious. This guidebook helps them navigate this new phase with confidence (and provide’s parents with peace of mind!).
Written by a board-certified pediatrician with nearly 20 years of experience, College Health 101 is a complete guidebook covering everything a student needs to navigate their health independently.
What's inside:
A symptom-by-symptom OTC medication guide (organized by what's wrong, not drug name)
🎥 QR-code linked videos—scan and watch Dr. Harrington walk through common symptoms
"Can I Go to Class?" decision flowchart
Emergency numbers and "Who Do I Call?" action plans
Sleep, nutrition & movement basics
Sexual health essentials—birth control, STI testing, consent, and what to do after sexual assault
Alcohol, Narcan, and party safety
Campus safety basics—walking alone, rideshares, and more
Anxiety, homesickness, and first-week support
A legal & practical documents checklist
Printable resources: medication list organized by symptom, medical box labels, shopping lists for medicine/supplies, emergency wallet card, and more
Format: Instant digital download (PDF). Print it, save it to your phone, or both!
Please note: This guide is for general educational purposes and isn't a substitute for medical advice from your child's own doctor.
The guide gets your student ready. A texting membership means they're never on their own when something actually comes up—a weird rash, a "should I go to urgent care" question, or just wanting a second opinion before they panic-Google it at midnight.
You can select when you would like to start your child’s membership (it does not have to be the day of purchase).
Please note: The texting membership is available exclusively to Minnesota residents due to licensing requirements. The guide itself has no residency restriction.
Most 18-year-olds have never had to decide what medicine to take, who to call, or when something's actually serious. This guidebook helps them navigate this new phase with confidence (and provide’s parents with peace of mind!).
Written by a board-certified pediatrician with nearly 20 years of experience, College Health 101 is a complete guidebook covering everything a student needs to navigate their health independently.
What's inside:
A symptom-by-symptom OTC medication guide (organized by what's wrong, not drug name)
🎥 QR-code linked videos—scan and watch Dr. Harrington walk through common symptoms
"Can I Go to Class?" decision flowchart
Emergency numbers and "Who Do I Call?" action plans
Sleep, nutrition & movement basics
Sexual health essentials—birth control, STI testing, consent, and what to do after sexual assault
Alcohol, Narcan, and party safety
Campus safety basics—walking alone, rideshares, and more
Anxiety, homesickness, and first-week support
A legal & practical documents checklist
Printable resources: medication list organized by symptom, medical box labels, shopping lists for medicine/supplies, emergency wallet card, and more
Format: Instant digital download (PDF). Print it, save it to your phone, or both!
Please note: This guide is for general educational purposes and isn't a substitute for medical advice from your child's own doctor.
The guide gets your student ready. A texting membership means they're never on their own when something actually comes up—a weird rash, a "should I go to urgent care" question, or just wanting a second opinion before they panic-Google it at midnight.
You can select when you would like to start your child’s membership (it does not have to be the day of purchase).
Please note: The texting membership is available exclusively to Minnesota residents due to licensing requirements. The guide itself has no residency restriction.
