You are well advised to make certain that your medical insurance covers you during your stay in England. If it does not it is possible to obtain traveller's health insurance for short periods. While in Britain, the National Health Service will treat you free if it is an emergency; however, since you do not pay British taxes it is only fair that they charge you for other treatment. If you are in Britain for two terms (6 months) however, you may use the NHS (free) from the date of your arrival. Each college has a doctor on call and if you become ill you may consult him or her through the Porter's Lodge. There is a full hospital in Oxford. Remember that you have given us permission (in your release form) to act on behalf of your parents should an emergency arise (Naturally, this is unlikely, but it is good to be prepared). We will always do all we can to help but naturally we can accept no responsibility for any medical problems.
OSAP has made a special arrangement with one of the leading doctors in Oxford. He is a former President of the Oxford Medical Society and the doctor for New College. He will charge you half his normal fees for any needed consultations.
Each college has a women's officer (and a woman doctor) who will be pleased to help female students who may have problems they do not wish to discuss with a male doctor or don.