Medical
It’s Respiratory Virus Season
Upper respiratory viruses are common throughout the winter months. As students have returned to campus, UHS has seen an increase in respiratory illnesses, which includes influenza (flu).
UHS Open House Success: Students Contribute Everlasting Art
On January 30th from 5 – 7 PM, UHS hosted an Open House event. It was a hit, with students participating in fun activities while also learning about the health services available on campus. During …
Tummy issues? It’s not just you.
This time of year, acute gastroenteritis – an infectious illness that causes vomiting and diarrhea – is common.
What you should know about pertussis (whooping cough)
This time of year, many respiratory illnesses are starting to spread throughout our campus community. One of these illnesses is pertussis, also known as whooping cough. While the broader Dane County has been monitoring an …
What to know about measles
Measles is a highly contagious disease that spreads through direct contact with infectious droplets or by airborne spread when an infected person breathes, coughs, or sneezes.
COVID-19 testing for students
COVID-19 testing is available for UW-Madison students who remained in Madison. Students must first be evaluated by a medical provider.
Chlamydia and gonorrhea self-screen options available
UHS offers chlamydia and gonorrhea self-screen options for students who may not feel comfortable discussing their sexual health with a provider.
Rising rates of e-cigarette usage
Recent research shows an increase in e-cigarette usage among young adults Research from incoming first year students indicates that 21.70 percent of students in 2018 have used an e-cigarette in the past two weeks, an …
STI testing: Find out for free
If you are sexually active, getting regularly tested for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is an important part of your overall health. Many STIs don’t cause any symptoms so getting tested is the only way to …