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West Nile Virus: Prevention, Symptoms & Treatment
August 27, 2024
Stay informed about West Nile virus. Learn about symptoms, treatments and prevention strategies to protect yourself and others.
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COVID-19 Update: Summer Surge & New Booster
July 29, 2024
Dr. Jason Bowling, chief epidemiologist at University Health, explains why we’re seeing a summer surge of COVID-19, what to do if we are sick and when the new combined COVID-19/flu vaccine will be available.
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Herd Immunity: How Vaccines Protect Your Community
May 16, 2024
How does herd immunity protect you and your family? If you’ve been wondering how herd immunity works, our experts explain it here.
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Hepatitis C Screening Keeps Your Liver Healthy
May 03, 2024
Is your liver healthy? You may never know you have hepatitis unless you are tested. At University Health, people are diagnosed and treated for hepatitis C before it progresses to liver cancer.
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What to Do if You're Bitten by an Animal
April 25, 2024
Most animal bites occur in children between the ages of 5-9, and dog bites comprise the majority of the animal bites people receive. To keep yourself and your children safe, there are a few tips to remember.
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How to Protect Your Family from Measles
April 10, 2024
Make sure you and your family are vaccinated against measles, an infectious disease that is spiking across the U.S.
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Connie's Breast Cancer Story
When Connie Wan learned she had breast cancer, she was devastated. But the team at University Health provided her the support to fight and come out stronger than ever.
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Ashley's Sepsis Survival Story
In June of 2019, Ashley Britsch, a University Health nurse educator, got a small cut on her leg while swimming in a river. A few days later, she was hospitalized with sepsis. Learn more about this potentially life-threatening condition.
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Preeclampsia: Alexea's Story
Preeclampsia is a potentially dangerous pregnancy condition. Read Alexea’s story and learn how to reduce the risk for preeclampsia.
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