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Downward trend in flu cases at UHS continues in Week 4

September 29, 2009, 5:09 am

For the second week in a row, the number of students contacting University Health Services (UHS) about flu-like symptoms declined.

In week 4 of the semester (Sept. 20–26), UHS evaluated 94 students with influenza-like illness (ILI), down from 168 students the previous week. ILI encounters represented 7.1 percent of all visits to the primary care clinic.

“To put that in perspective, this is the level we would expect to see at the peak of a typical flu season,” says Craig Roberts, UHS epidemiologist. “About 6 or 7 percent of primary care visits would be for ILI.” Read more »

Posted in Campus updates, Student info

Influenza-like illness reports from UHS for the week ending Sept. 26

September 29, 2009, 4:09 am

Every Tuesday, University Health Services (UHS) will post summary statistics about cases of influenza-like illnesses (ILI) seen in its clinic during the previous week. These numbers represent surveillance data only and are a useful marker for measuring the extent of influenza illness in the campus community. This is not to be considered a comprehensive count of all illness on campus.

Link to Week 4: Sept. 20-Sept. 26, 2009 (PDF)

Read more about ILI reporting background

Posted in Campus updates

Housing resident describes H1N1 experience to MPR

September 25, 2009, 8:09 am

UW-Madison freshman Will Wegel describes his H1N1 experience and recovery in a commentary for Minnesota Public Radio. By quickly recognizing his symptoms, calling parents and hall staff, and heading home to Eau Claire, Wegel describes a model approach for sick students.

Read the full story.

Posted in Student info

Seasonal flu shot options available for students, faculty, staff

September 23, 2009, 6:09 am

Many local health care providers and community clinics have started offering vaccinations against seasonal influenza — the “regular” flu shots that many people get every year.

Seasonal flu shots do not provide any protection against the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus that has been linked to the current outbreak on campus. However, they are formulated to be protective against other strains that may circulate later this year.

To limit the spread of disease in the community, all faculty, staff and students are encouraged to get a seasonal flu shot every year.

On Sept. 21, University Health Services (UHS) began offering free seasonal flu shots for all registered UW-Madison students. Flu shots are available without an appointment from 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday on the sixth floor of 333 East Campus Mall, and on selected dates in certain residence hall locations. For more information, including a complete schedule of satellite clinics, click here.

Seasonal flu shot clinics for UW-Madison employees will be provided at 12 campus locations beginning Monday, Nov. 3, and running through Friday, Nov. 14. Download the full calendar of campus clinics (PDF). Read more »

Posted in Campus updates, Faculty and staff info, Health precautions, Student info

Fewer clinic visits in Week 3 of UW-Madison outbreak

September 22, 2009, 9:09 am

The number of students contacting University Health Services (UHS) about flu-like symptoms decreased in week 3 of the semester. In the week of Sept. 13–19, UHS evaluated 168 students for influenza-like illness (ILI). ILI visits made up 12.6 percent of the total visits to the primary care clinic for the week. Read more »

Posted in Campus updates, Health precautions, Student info

Influenza-like illness reports from UHS for the week ending Sept. 19

September 22, 2009, 8:09 am

Every Tuesday, University Health Services (UHS) will post summary statistics about cases of influenza-like illnesses (ILI) seen in its clinic during the previous week. These numbers represent surveillance data only and are a useful marker for measuring the extent of influenza illness in the campus community. This is not to be considered a comprehensive count of all illness on campus.

Link to Week 2: Sept. 13-Sept. 19, 2009 (PDF)

Read more about ILI reporting background

Posted in Campus updates, Health precautions, Student info

A message from DOA Secretary Michael Morgan

September 17, 2009, 11:09 am

Note: The following message is being distributed to state employees from Department of Administration Secretary Michael Morgan

The flu season is expected to last through the fall, winter and early spring. This time it is predicted that seasonal influenza viruses and the 2009 H1N1 flu virus will be affecting Wisconsin citizens at the same time.

Read more »

Posted in Campus updates, Faculty and staff info, Health precautions

UW-Madison flu outbreak enters second week

September 15, 2009, 9:09 am

In week 2 of the semester (Sept. 6–12), University Health Services (UHS) evaluated 345 students with influenza-like illness (ILI). ILI cases represented 28 percent of primary care visits. Of the total cases reported since the outbreak began, 98 percent were under age 25 and 14 percent live in residence halls. Read more »

Posted in Campus updates, Health precautions, Student info

Influenza-like illness reports from UHS for the week ending Sept. 12

September 15, 2009, 8:09 am

Every Tuesday, University Health Services (UHS) will post summary statistics about cases of influenza-like illnesses (ILI) seen in its clinic during the previous week. These numbers represent surveillance data only and are a useful marker for measuring the extent of influenza illness in the campus community. This is not to be considered a comprehensive count of all illness on campus.

Link to Week 2: Sept. 6-Sept. 12, 2009 (PDF)

Read more about ILI reporting background

Posted in Campus updates, Health precautions, Student info

Feeling down with flu symptoms? Take it easy this weekend

September 12, 2009, 7:09 am

Every team gets a set of pre-game instructions from its coach, and today Badger fans are receiving theirs from a new source.

Officials at University Health Services (UHS) are reminding students to take a break from the festivities of a home football weekend in the event they are experiencing flu-like symptoms such as fever with a sore throat or cough.

However, if you’re feeling healthy, there’s no reason not to enjoy a Badger game day as you normally would.

Since Sept. 1, cases of H1N1 influenza have increased on campus and UHS Director Sarah Van Orman, M.D., says it’s important for students who might be ill, or recuperating, to think of their own health and the health of others this weekend as they make weekend plans. Read more »

Posted in Campus updates, Health precautions, Student info

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What You Can Do About the Flu (PDF)

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Students: Call UHS at (608) 265-5600

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