Influenza on Campus
Health Services confirmed the first case of the flu on campus on December 10, 2014. We expect to see more cases as students, faculty and staff return from the holidays. The map below shows widespread...
View ArticleHeart Health
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Every year, 1 in 4 deaths are caused by heart disease. Last year alone, over 600 State of Idaho employees,...
View ArticleMumps in Boise
Mumps Cases in Boise in College-Aged Individuals Mumps, a highly-contagious and potentially serious viral disease, has been confirmed in two college-aged adults in Boise (Click Here). One of those...
View ArticleMeasles: What You Need to Know
Measles is a highly contagious viral disease, and college students are in one of the highest risk groups of people who still get the disease–and often suffer more complications as well. The multi-state...
View ArticleHealth Services for Kids
University Health Services is now offering medical services for children of students, faculty and staff. Staffed by board certified Family Physicians and Family Nurse Practitioners, Health Services...
View ArticleSalmonella Cases in Treasure Valley
Since Monday, June 9, 2015, Central District Health Department (CDHD) has received almost 30 reports of individuals testing positive for Salmonella. This is much higher than expected for this time of...
View ArticleNational Immunization Month
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View ArticleGastrointestinal Illnesses on Campus
As the weather turns cooler, and people are indoors more, we see an increase of illnesses on campus. This includes colds, the flu, and illnesses that cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Almost all...
View ArticleIs it a Cold? Or… is it the FLU?
This time of year, chances are that someone in your class or at work is sniffling, sneezing or coughing. Is it a cold? Is it the flu? How do you know what it is and if you should be around others?...
View ArticleThe Flu is On-Campus
Health Services confirmed the first case of influenza (‘the flu”) on campus on November 9, 2015. At this time there is no evidence of a widespread outbreak on campus, but Health Services will continue...
View ArticleCervical Awareness Month
Are you a woman between the ages of 21 and 64? January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, and Boise State University Health Services wants you to know that there’s a lot you can do to prevent cervical...
View ArticleTraveling? Know About Zika Virus
What is Zika Virus and Why is it Important? Zika virus is spread to people through mosquito bites. The most common symptoms of Zika virus disease are fever, rash, joint pain, and conjunctivitis (red...
View ArticleAmerican Heart Month
To increase awareness and help prevent heart disease and its effects, Health Services is proudly participating in American Heart Month. Health Services will provide free blood pressure screening during...
View ArticleFlu on Campus
Health Services has seen an increase in influenza (“flu”) cases on campus in the past week. This observed increase coincides with state and local trends as well. Cases on campus appear to be sporadic,...
View ArticleHealth Services for Kids
University Health Services is now offering medical services for children of students, faculty and staff. Staffed by board certified Family Physicians and Family Nurse Practitioners, Health Services...
View ArticleSalmonella Cases in Treasure Valley
Since Monday, June 9, 2015, Central District Health Department (CDHD) has received almost 30 reports of individuals testing positive for Salmonella. This is much higher than expected for this time of...
View ArticleNational Immunization Month
The post National Immunization Month appeared first on University Health Services.
View ArticleGastrointestinal Illnesses on Campus
As the weather turns cooler, and people are indoors more, we see an increase of illnesses on campus. This includes colds, the flu, and illnesses that cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Almost all...
View ArticleIs it a Cold? Or… is it the FLU?
This time of year, chances are that someone in your class or at work is sniffling, sneezing or coughing. Is it a cold? Is it the flu? How do you know what it is and if you should be around others?...
View ArticleThe Flu is On-Campus
Health Services confirmed the first case of influenza (‘the flu”) on campus on November 9, 2015. At this time there is no evidence of a widespread outbreak on campus, but Health Services will continue...
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