H1N1 Vaccine Clinic On Campus

The Student Health Center has a limited amount of H1N1 vaccine and will be holding our first clinic to distribute the vaccine. More clinics will be held as vaccine becomes available. In order to recieve the vaccine you must be a UNR student and fit into one of the CDC eligibility categories, as follows:

- Age 24 years or younger

- Pregnant

- Contact with infant less than 6 months old

- Health care provider/EMT

- Age 25-64 years with a qualifying medical condition

You must present a valid drivers license and a student ID

H1N1 Vaccine Clinic Details*:

Monday November 9th, 2009

10am - 1pm (or until vaccine runs out)

Joe Crowley Student Union, Fourth Floor, Ball Room C

*seasonal flu vaccine will also be available

Swine Flu Update

To all students:
With the recent outbreak of cases of the Swine Flu, it is important to recognize that the United States is taking precautionary steps to help decrease the spread of this illness. This is not a time to panic, but to realize that awareness is the first step in prevention.  This is a treatable illness. 
What is the Swine Flu?
The Swine Flu is a virus that is usually found in pigs, but is currently being spread person to person.
What are the symptoms?
This virus causes typical flu like symptoms including fever, headache, body aches, and respiratory symptoms such as sneezing, coughing, or sore throat. Some people develop diarrhea or vomiting.
If you got a Flu shot this year, does this protect you from this virus?
Since this is a new strain of the flu virus, the current vaccine does not protect against the Swine Flu.  Currently there are ongoing efforts to develop a vaccine.
What Can You Do to help decrease the spread of this illness?
Wash your hands frequently
Cover your coughs and sneezes
If you are ill, stay home
Take care of yourself:  eat well, get plenty of sleep
What should you do if you develop symptoms?
Just like with most types of flu, many cases will be mild, and can be treated at home with rest, increased fluid intake, and Tylenol. Do not take aspirin if you have flu like symptoms. If you develop symptoms of fever greater than 101, severe cough or shortness of breath, or persistent vomiting or diarrhea, you should see a physician at the Student Health Center or in the community.

With these simple steps, we as a campus community can do our part to help decrease the spread of this illness.  The physicians and staff at the Student Health Center are here to help you if you have questions or if you develop symptoms.  Additional information can be found at www.cdc.gov/swineflu

If you have any questions please contact the Student Health Center at 784-6598.

Cheryl Hug-English MD, MPH
Medical Director Student Health Center

Immunization Changes

Effective January 12, 2009 MMR is $52.00 and TDap is $38.00

Free Screening for Mental Wellness

The Student Health Center now offers a free and anonymous online screening for mental wellness.  The screening topics include depression, alcohol, eating disorders, bipolar disorder and anxiety.  This is not a diagnostic tool, but will give you guidance on whether you would benefit from professional help and campus resources for mental wellness. 

Click here to Start Screening

Free Flu Shots