Viruses have arrived on the UP campus along with returning faculty, staff, and students, according to Susan Chisum, health center. Unlike with other guests, it’s best to keep viruses at bay to have a happy, healthy New Year. While walking to class or the office you hear the dreaded cough and sneeze—that means the rhinovirus […]
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Roll Up Your Sleeves, Protect Our Campus
Protection gained from some childhood vaccines can wear off over time, according to Susan Chisum, health center. Regardless of age, all adults need immunizations to help them avoid developing and spreading serious diseases that could result in poor health, missed work, medical bills, or worse. Fall is the perfect time of year for adults to […]
Best Way to Tell the Flu to Shoo
The flu season is fast approaching and faculty, staff, and students can take measures to minimize the risk of contracting the disease, according to Susan Chisum, health center. First and foremost, get the seasonal flu vaccine! According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), most deaths and hospitalizations from influenza and its related complications occur […]
Don’t Take Measles Lightly
Measles is a highly contagious respiratory disease and a confirmed case has been reported here in Portland, according to Susan Chisum, health center. The Multnomah County Health Department suggests that if you or a family member are susceptible to measles and were at Portland International Airport between 7:45 p.m. and 10 p.m. on Monday, March […]