News
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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…
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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…
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Traveler’s Checklist
There’s a lot to think about when you’re preparing to travel to a different country. When you’re planning what to take on your trip, don’t forget to pack a Travelers’…
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HPV 101: What you need to know
UHS offers HPV vaccinations and no-cost screening for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) We won’t give you the full list, but yes, there are 101 strains of human papillomavirus (HPV). More…
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First in their family: Supporting UW–Madison’s first-generation students
Being the first person in one’s family to attend college is a badge of honor, yet many first-generation college students may find themselves balancing the pride of pursuing higher education…
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Coming up empty: Food insecure students face more than just hunger
Think about when you are hungry: You may feel light-headed, sluggish, or have difficulty focusing. What would it be like to feel hunger and have to attend class, work part-time,…
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Telehealth Contraception
Telehealth contraception visits allow patients to complete a health history form in MyUHS and schedule a 30-minute phone call with a Gynecology provider or nurse.
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Adeno-what?
Adenoviruses are a group of common viruses that cause a range of illnesses. People with weakened immune systems are more likely to get very sick from an adenovirus infection, so…