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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…
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Ticks and mosquitoes and bees? Oh my!
Your guide to the summer’s most unwanted pesky pests While these bugs play crucial roles in the stability and development of our ecosystems, they can occasionally pose threats to our…
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Stalking: The difference between healthy behavior and harassment
January is Stalking Awareness Month, and Andrea Lawson, interim director of Mental Health Services at University Health Services, says students who experience stalking may not self-identify as victims but struggle with…
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The truth about tolerance: How much do you really know about your body’s relationship with alcohol?
It’s no secret that one of the side effects of drinking alcohol is a feeling of happiness, and while the majority of UW-Madison students don’t engage in high-risk drinking, many…