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All ISS students must have health insurance in order to attend ISS.

Sore throats and colds are common due to change of climate and  aches and pains are normal due to unusual/excess physical activity. Whereas in some cultures one would visit a doctor, this is normally not the case in Norway. These conditions are rarely serious and can be alleviated by non-prescription medication and sufficient rest.

When you need to see a doctor

Rønning students and ISS students with private housing

• Students who stay at Rønningen Dormitory or who live in ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ only while the ISS is in session should consult the Residential Managers at Rønningen Dormitory.
• Residential Managers provide first aid and non-prescription medication (antiseptic lotion, band aids, painkillers, etc.).
• If medical attention is required, they will make appointments at the Student Health Center, located at Blindern or at the Emergency Health Center downtown.
• Students must bring their ISS ID-card to their appointment. 

Students who live permanently in Norway

• Students who live in ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ all year round should seek health care through their general practitioner (fastlege) or Legevakten. Read more about .
• Students who live in ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡, but have a general practitioner elsewhere in Norway should first consult with the Residential Managers at Rønningen Dormitory.

Prescription medicine

• If you take prescription medicine, remember to bring enough to last the duration of your stay.
• It is not possible to have medicine sent to Norway without special permission.
• Nor is it possible to buy such medications at a pharmacy without having to see a doctor first.

In case of emergency

• Contact an ISS teacher or staff member. Allow them to assess the situation and follow their instructions.
• Otherwise, stay calm and call for help:
  • Ambulance 113
  • Police 112
  • Fire 110
  • UiO Campus Security 22 85 50 07
• More information about Emergency, Health and Safety ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡.