Update: Since sharing this message, additional exposure locations have been identified. Check the PHMDC website for the most up-to-date location information. Read this message in: Español / Spanish | Hmoob / Hmong | བོད་ཡིག / Tibetan | 中文 / Chinese | नेपाली / Nepali To the campus community, We write to share important information and to ask for …
Who needs health insurance? Everyone! Unfortunately, unexpected accidents and illnesses do occur and students without comprehensive insurance are more likely to drop out of school for financial or health-related reasons. What about University Health Services? All enrolled students are eligible for the medical and counseling care available at University Health Services (UHS), but UHS is …
With recent cases of viral meningitis on campus, UHS would like to share information on the difference between viral meningitis and bacterial meningitis. It’s very important for anyone with meningitis symptoms—including a severe headache, rash, light sensitivity, confusion, or stiff neck—to see a healthcare provider right away, since viral and bacterial meningitis can present similarly. …
The Healthy Minds Survey provides important data on the intersection of mental health and student success to better understand students’ mental health needs and the issues that impact them. The 2025 Healthy Minds Survey marks nearly 10 years of UW–Madison surveying student mental health. By regularly surveying students on mental health topics, the university can …
As we move into viral respiratory illness season, we want to provide important health reminders, including when to seek care. We are seeing an increase in viral illnesses on campus, including more reported cases of viral meningitis. Viral meningitis, the most common type of meningitis, is usually milder than bacterial meningitis, and does not require …
We asked Sam Bowen, Assistant Director of Violence Prevention, six questions about the “Red Zone,” a time when students may face a higher risk of sexual assault on campus. What is the “Red Zone”? “The red zone refers to a time period of heightened risk for sexual assault on college campuses. Typically, it’s referring to …
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This month, University Health Services continues our year-round work to prevent dating violence and support survivors. Connect with us and learn more about how you can support survivors on October 23 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. for a cup of coffee outside 333 East Campus Mall. Get …
UHS providers are often asked when it’s best to stay home versus seek care for cold and flu symptoms. If you’re feeling under the weather, here are some tips for connecting to the right care for you. Caring for Yourself at Home For mild colds, sore throats, or low fevers, you can generally recover …
September is Suicide Prevention Month, which invites each of us to increase our awareness of suicide, challenge stigma, and take action to support mental health on campus—both your own and the mental health of those around you. Whether you are looking to expand your knowledge, build skills, or connect to resources, University Health Services is …
Having fun and experiencing joy in sobriety is fundamental to being able to establish long-lasting recovery. This is because, quite simply, why would you want to maintain a new way of life that is less enjoyable than the one you had before?