November 23, 2009, 3:11 pm
Cases of influenza-like illness continue to decrease at University Health Services as campus heads into Thanksgiving weekend.
In addition, H1N1 vaccine is now available at UHS to registered UW-Madison students who are age 24 and under, pregnant, have a “high risk” medical condition, are a caregiver to an infant less than 6 months of age, or are a health care worker.
In Week 12 of the fall semester (Nov. 15–21), UHS evaluated 35 students for influenza-like illness, down from 46 in the previous week. ILI encounters made up 2.6 percent of all primary care visits, again the lowest percentage since the semester began.
“We are seeing some positive signs on H1N1 and are hopeful that these trends will continue through finals,” says UHS director Sarah Van Orman. “To make it happen, we encourage everyone to receive H1N1 vaccine, either this week or upon their return to campus after the Thanksgiving Holiday.” Read more »
Posted in Campus updates, Health precautions, Parent info, Student info
November 23, 2009, 1:11 pm
University Health Services is currently offering H1N1 and seasonal flu vaccine for registered UW–Madison students. These vaccinations are free and are available without an appointment at the main UHS location, 333 East Campus Mall.
H1N1 vaccination is available to UW students who fall into the following categories:
–All students age 24 or younger
–Pregnant women
–Students (regardless of age) with “high-risk” medical conditions, including asthma or other chronic lung disease; cancer; cardiovascular disease; diabetes; suppressed immune system; or kidney, liver, neurological, or blood disorders, including sickle-cell anemia
–Persons who live with or provide care for infants age 6 months or younger (examples: parents, siblings, daycare providers)
–Health care and emergency medical services personnel who have direct contact with patients or infectious material
For additional details, visit the UHS website. Read more »
Posted in Campus updates, Health precautions, Student info
November 17, 2009, 4:11 pm
Update from Public Health Madison-Dane County: The clinic held Tuesday, Nov. 17 has been running smoothly and there is little to no waiting time for H1N1 vaccine. Since there is still plenty of vaccine available the clinics will be expanded to include:
• Pregnant women, children 6 months through 4 years, and people who live with or care for those less than 6 months.
• Anyone with an underlying health condition, with no age restriction (children and adults).
Clinics are located at the Exhibition Hall, Alliant Energy Center and are:
• Open until 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17
• 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18
This is a great opportunity for free H1N1 vaccinations, especially for preschool children. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Gates to the Alliant Energy Center will open 30 minutes before the clinic opens. There will be no early admittance. Read more »
Posted in Campus updates, Faculty and staff info
November 17, 2009, 10:11 am
In Week 11 of the fall semester (Nov. 8–14), University Health Services evaluated 46 students for influenza-like illness, 69 fewer than in the previous week. ILI encounters made up 2.8 percent of all primary care visits, the lowest percentage since the semester began.
“This drop is consistent with the current downward trend in both state and national rates,” says UHS epidemiologist Craig Roberts. “It could mean that the outbreak has peaked, or it could be that cases will start going up again. At this point, no one can really say. Flu is strange that way.”
“Unfortunately, it doesn’t look like we’ll be resupplied with H1N1 vaccine before Thanksgiving,” says Sarah Van Orman, M.D., executive director of University Health Services, “so we can’t offer it yet to all students.” Read more »
Posted in Campus updates, Student info
November 16, 2009, 10:11 am
Dane County is holding targeted community H1N1 immunization clinics, on Tuesday, November 17 and Wednesday November 18 in Hall A, Exhibition Hall at the Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison.
These clinics are targeted for residents of Dane County who are at highest risk for contracting the virus and developing complications. Different risk groups are scheduled for each day. Read more »
Posted in Campus updates
November 10, 2009, 9:11 am
University Health Services (UHS) evaluated 115 students for influenza-like illness in the semester’s tenth week (Nov. 1–7), the fourth-highest total since the start of the academic year. ILI encounters made up 7.8 percent of all primary care visits. In the previous week, 72 students contacted UHS about flu-like symptoms.
“We had a few weeks there where activity was fairly low, but I think we’re going to see more people affected in the coming weeks,” says Sarah Van Orman, M.D., executive director of UHS.
“People really have to focus on good and thorough hand washing, covering their coughs and staying home if they get sick,” she says. “It’s important that we all do our part as much as possible to keep this flu from spreading.” Read more »
Posted in Campus updates, Health precautions, Student info
November 3, 2009, 10:11 am
Seventy-two students were evaluated for influenza-like illness (ILI) at University Health Services (UHS) in week 9 of the semester (Oct. 25–31), compared with 74 students the week before. Students with ILI represented 5.2 percent of all visits to the primary care clinic, as opposed to 6.5 percent in Week 8.
UHS services are available to all enrolled UW–Madison graduate and undergraduate students. For an appointment or urgent medical advice, call (608) 265-5600.
Link to Week 9: Oct. 25-Oct. 31, 2009 (PDF)
Read more about ILI reporting background
Posted in Campus updates, Health precautions
November 2, 2009, 3:11 pm
The Office of Child Care and Family Resources has compiled a useful set of guidelines and information for parents utilizing UW-Madison child care centers during a time of pandemic. The documents outline frequently asked questions and advice for transitioning your son or daughter to a different child care setting in the event that your primary center would be closed or unavailable.
Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
Suggestions for Transitioning Your Child (PDF)
Posted in Campus updates, Faculty and staff info
October 30, 2009, 1:10 pm
The University of Wisconsin-Madison will offer daily seasonal flu vaccination clinic for employees this year beginning Monday, Nov. 2, running through Friday, Nov. 13. In a change from previous years, only the nasal spray version of the vaccine will be available at the November clinics, with delivery of the injectable version now expected in early December.
The university was advised by Home Health United, its vaccine supplier, that there have been delays in deliveries of the injectable version of the seasonal influenza vaccine. In response, the university has scheduld additional employee flu vaccination clinics in December, to accommodate the later injectable delivery date.
To view a calendar of all scheduled clinics, download the calendar. For more information, call Environment, Health and Safety at (608) 265-5000.
Read more »
Posted in Campus updates, Faculty and staff info, Health precautions
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