Tag University Health Services

Statewide poll demonstrates overwhelming support for healthy choices

September 16, 2013

Transform Wisconsin today released findings of a statewide public opinion poll on attitudes toward healthy living and disease prevention. The survey of 600 likely voters in Wisconsin was conducted from Aug. 1-3 by Public Opinion Strategies.

Berquam: Support available for those impacted by Boston bombing

April 19, 2013

The following is a statement from Dean of Students Lori Berquam, posted on Friday, April 19: “We know that for many of our students, faculty…

Campus offers support after talented student’s death

April 11, 2013

University Health Services and the Division of Student Life are offering support to all students affected by the loss of UW–Madison senior Henry Mackaman.

UW-Madison student hospitalized with meningitis

April 10, 2013

UW-Madison has confirmed that a student has been hospitalized with meningococcal disease. Additional details are not immediately available out of respect for the medical privacy of the student and the student's family.

Berquam: Be aware of sexual assault information, resources

April 10, 2013

Dean of Students Lori Berquam recently emailed students about the importance of sexual assault resources, statistics and prevention during April's Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Annual Wellness Expo raises awareness and funds for charity

April 1, 2013

The Wisconsin Wellness Expo, an annual event celebrating healthy lifestyle choices, is scheduled for Saturday, April 6, at UW–Madison's Southeast Recreational Facility, commonly known as the SERF.

Short walks offer exercise benefit, change of scenery

October 25, 2012

Some campus walkers might balk at climbing Bascom Hill, but Mary Johansen tries to do it at least five times a day.

Third year’s a charm for Madison Initiative for Undergraduates

October 9, 2012

WisCEL is one of the major success stories of the Madison Initiative for Undergraduates (MIU). As the University of Wisconsin–Madison spotlights practices increasing educational innovation on campus, the release of the third-year MIU progress report shows the impact of this targeted funding on high-impact practices across campus.

University Health Services receives national accreditation

September 17, 2012

University Health Services (UHS) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison has once again been reaccredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). UHS was reaccredited for three years, the maximum level offered.

Campus flu shot clinics start Sept. 17

September 13, 2012

University Health Services (UHS) will again offer seasonal influenza immunizations (flu shots) for all registered students, faculty and staff. Just like last year, student flu shot clinics will be held at separate locations and dates from UW-employee clinics.

University Health Services awarded grant to prevent suicide

September 12, 2012

University Health Services has been awarded a three-year Garrett Lee Smith Campus Suicide Prevention Grant of $306,000 by the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), UHS Executive Director Sarah Van Orman announced today.

Grants to improve health of Wisconsin communities announced

July 24, 2012

The Transform Wisconsin Coalition today announced that 30 communities around the state are being awarded Transform Wisconsin grants in an effort to create healthier places to live, work and play.

UHS offers tips to minimize stress, maximize productivity

May 7, 2012

While a relief for many students after 15 long weeks, the end of the semester also brings with it a flurry of exams, papers, presentations, and project deadlines.

Wisconsin coalitions encouraged to apply for community transformation grants

May 1, 2012

The Wisconsin Clearinghouse for Prevention Resources today announced that communities across the state can apply for grants to create healthier places to live, work and play through the Transform Wisconsin Fund. The fund will competitively award community grants to more than 30 nonprofit organizations or local governments across the state.

University Health Services encourages students to “do spring break right”

March 15, 2012

Whether surfing or skiing, volunteering or relaxing, or visiting with family and friends, visions of spring break are on the minds of UW–Madison students.

Understanding and managing student stress

December 8, 2011

It’s that time of year. Libraries and coffee shops are packed with students. And they seem to carry a tired and vacant look.

UHS offers healthier ways to give it the old college try during final exams

December 5, 2011

University of Wisconsin–Madison students are preparing to do what college students have done for years as they face final exams and looming project deadlines - load up on caffeine and pull all-nighters.

Campus flu-shot clinics start Sept. 30

September 29, 2011

University Health Services (UHS) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison will once again offer free seasonal influenza immunizations (flu shots) for all registered students, faculty and staff.

UW–Madison receives $23.5 million grant for healthy transformation

September 27, 2011

The Wisconsin Clearinghouse for Prevention Resources, a unit of University Health Services at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, announced today (Sept. 27) that it has received a $23.5 million federal grant to make it easier for Wisconsin residents to be and stay healthy.

Employee flu shot clinics start Oct. 3

September 27, 2011

This year’s employee flu shot clinics will start Oct. 3 and will run into mid-November.