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Last updated August 18, 2026 As of August 18, 2026, there have been 36 confirmed cases of measles in Wisconsin that are part of an outbreak in nearby Grant, Iowa, and Lafayette counties. Although there are no current confirmed cases in Dane County or at UW–Madison, we are sharing information on measles symptoms and prevention. …
With the recent outbreak of Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease (BVD) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Uganda, and South Sudan, University Health Services (UHS) is sharing an update on travel alerts. At this time, the risk of an Ebola outbreak in the United States is low. To prevent the introduction of Ebola to the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently issued a Level 3 Travel Warning advising against …
As a leader of a student organization, there are certain rules, expectations, and policies you must keep in mind if you plan events involving alcohol for your organization—but you should also consider the ways in which events involving alcohol may create a less welcoming environment for your organization. Before planning an event involving alcohol, ask …
Sleep is the body’s way of repairing and resting itself. When you miss out on sleep, you’re not receiving all of its benefits. Sleeping allows you to rebuild cells, refill energy stores, and retain memory. Try to aim for over seven and a half hours of sleep (see “Sleep Cycles” below). Sleep consultations are available …
We all play a role in creating an inclusive, healthy, and supportive campus environment. This includes the ways in which our words and actions contribute to harmful norms around alcohol on campus. Here are a few ways you can contribute to a safer, more inclusive environment on campus. Disrupt the narrative that high-risk drinking is the norm at UW–Madison …
Gender affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) is an important component of transition for some people. GAHT (estrogen and testosterone blockers) changes secondary sex characteristics to affirm one’s gender presentation and identity. While there are risks associated with any medication, including GAHT, GAHT can greatly improve quality of life, psychological well-being, and affirm identity. What are the …
Gender affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) is an important component of transition for some people. GAHT (testosterone) changes secondary sex characteristics to affirm one’s gender presentation and identity. While there are risks associated with any medication, including GAHT, GAHT can greatly improve quality of life, psychological well-being, and affirm identity. What are the different types of …
Recognize Most people experiencing suicidal thoughts show outward signs that may alert you that they are in distress. Although some individuals might not show any signs, it’s important to watch for common warning signs. Respond Once you are in a private, comfortable place, initiate a check-in: Refer For referrals to be helpful, they should ideally: …
Engaging with a student around mental health struggles or thoughts of suicide will often be more than a one-time conversation. Regardless of how your first conversation or interaction with a student goes, there are options for how you can continue to be supportive. You may feel flustered in the moment and realize later you wish …
Thank you for completing UW–Madison’s online suicide prevention training! You are invited to use this guide as a starting place for individual reflection and/or group conversations after participating in the training. Below are questions to support you in debriefing the training and connecting the content to your work with UW–Madison students. We encourage facilitators to …