H1N1 Flu Shots

As with the rest of the nation we are currently not seeing many with flu like illness at the present time.  Now that the H1N1 vaccine is readily available we will no longer be advising students to go home to self isolate for flu like illness.  Despite that, it is still important to practice all the appropriate hygiene measures and stay on bed rest when sick with a fever.  The FLU check test will remain on our website as a guide for the need to be seen by a clinician. 

 

For those of you who would like to receive the H1N1 vaccine and have not done so it is not too late.  You can come by the Student Health Center on Tuesday afternoons between 1:30pm – 4:30pm or Friday mornings between 9:00am – 11:30am.   Remember, there is no charge for the vaccine.  If you cannot come during those hours please call Student Health at 395-2102 to be advised of other options.

 

Remember, the H1N1 vaccine we have is the injectable form similar to what was given for seasonal flu and is not a live virus.  The H1N1 vaccine is made EXACTLY the same way as the seasonal vaccine.  If you have questions or concerns, visit  www.flu.gov  for more information. 

Flu & You

Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and your neighbors from the flu. 

Flu Vaccine Clinics will be held after Fall Break

Dates and Locations TBA

ALWAYS REMEMBER:

Cover your cough -
smother that sneeze
Wash your hands &
Stay home when you are sick.

Students: Feeling Sick?

Take the Flu Check Test to help determine what actions you should take, if any.

Online Health Assessment

Take a free survey today and enter to win a FREE iPod Nano!

• http://www.pingmyhealth.org/

Massage @ LU

In just a few minutes you can:

·     relieve stress

·     increase alertness

·     reduce muscle tension & pain

·     renew energy

·     improve your outlook on life

Amazing you say?!  Well those are just a few benefits of MASSAGE!  Join us as we address the #1 health issue that effects academics....STRESS!  There's a new massage room located on the upper level of the Health & Fitness Center (HFC) in the Campus recreation suite.  Stop by during exam week for your complimentary chair massage.  Call 434.395.2356 to schedule an appointment on WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS.  They are just $1 per minute for 15 minutes up to 90 minutes! Enjoy!

 

Wellness Wednesdays

The Prince Edward County Health Department continues to partner with Longwood Student Health & Wellness Center.  Beginning September 8, 2010 the Health Department will provide contraceptive health  services and STI testing for any student at the SHWC each second Wednesday of the month of the fall and spring semesters from 10:00am - 3:00pm. 

Call the Health Department at 434-392-8187 and request an appointment at Longwood.

Most services are free to students

Students can also be seen at the Prince Edward County Health Department for the above at other times.  Immunizations, condoms, and additional health resources are also available.  Please call for more information.

Smoking Policy

The revised policy extends the "Smoke-Free" zone to include the majority of the campus. Smoking will now be permitted only in designated outdoor areas where smoking huts have been installed. Additional huts have been ordered - see Designated smoking areas (pdf).

The new policy is designed to promote healthy lifestyles as well as to protect faculty, staff, and students from second-hand smoke, while addressing the growing litter problem on campus that is directly related to smoking.

Learn more about the health effects of smoking and the benefits of quitting.