Health and Wellness
At MHS, we seek to educate the whole child. We care about providing comprehensive health and wellness programs for our students. These include free medical and dental care.

By the Numbers
During the 2018-19 school year, Milton Hershey School facilitated:
- 1,543 eye glasses for students
- 38,443 visits to MHS health clinics
- 14,626 visits to MHS dental services
- 3,259 immunization visits
Houseparents are critical in connecting their students with the care they need. Learn about their important role in each student’s life beyond health and wellness.

Health and Wellness Confidentiality
The Student Health Services program respects student privacy. Information is shared on a limited basis. For every situation, we consider each student’s need for privacy, others’ “need to know,” and applicable law.
A student gains more voice in his or her privacy as he or she ages. Student Health Services keeps parents/sponsors informed about serious health concerns.

Sensitive Issues
At times, a student may feel unable to discuss an issue with family. These might include issues of sexuality, birth control, pregnancy, and sexually-transmitted diseases. The student’s request for privacy is respected in such situations. The student will be encouraged to understand a parent’s/sponsor’s general concern. We will help them develop the ability to communicate effectively.
Parents/sponsors who are uncomfortable discussing sensitive issues with their children are encouraged to contact Student Health Services.