{"id":3207,"date":"2024-10-31T11:07:14","date_gmt":"2024-10-31T16:07:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/student-life\/?page_id=3207"},"modified":"2025-05-27T12:55:52","modified_gmt":"2025-05-27T17:55:52","slug":"health-alerts","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/student-life\/wellness\/health-services\/health-alerts\/","title":{"rendered":"Health Alerts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"is-style-text-intro\">Stay up to date on the latest health alerts that may impact the WSU community.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n    <div class=\"panel panel--white\">\n        <div class=\"panel__container\">\n            <div class=\"panel__intro\">\n                            <div class=\"h3\">Respiratory Viruses<\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n            \n\n<p>Respiratory viruses are thought to spread mainly from person-to-person&#8211;that is, between people who are in close contact with each other\u2013through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, talks or sneezes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common examples of respiratory viruses include the flu, COVID-19, Pertussis (Whooping Cough), and the common cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Those who have a respiratory virus experience a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/covid\/signs-symptoms\/?CDC_AAref_Val=https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/symptoms-testing\/symptoms.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">wide range of symptoms<\/a>&#8211;from mild illness, severe illness, to no sickness at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Health Services offers COVID-19, Flu, Strep, and Pertussis tests for students on campus. At-home COVID tests are currently available for purchase at the Health Services front desk and local pharmacies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students can also receive a Tdap vaccine at Health Services, which includes protections against Tetanus, Diphtheria, and Pertussis.<a id=\"_msocom_1\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n    <div class=\"panel panel--white\">\n        <div class=\"panel__container\">\n            <div class=\"panel__intro\">\n                            <div class=\"h3\">Tuberculosis Screening<\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n            \n\n<p>Tuberculosis (TB) is on the rise globally. The American College Health Association (ACHA) recommends that all incoming students review this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ACHA-Tuberculosis-Screening-Questionnaire.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tuberculosis Questionnaire<\/a> (PDF).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you meet any of the criteria outlined in the questionnaire, call 507.457.5160 to schedule a screening with WSU&#8217;s Health Services.<\/p>\n\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n    <div class=\"panel panel--white\">\n        <div class=\"panel__container\">\n            <div class=\"panel__intro\">\n                            <div class=\"h3\">Monkeypox<\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n            \n\n<p>Winona State\u2019s Health Services is aware and monitoring the increase of the prevalence of Monkeypox cases worldwide. Health Services continues to update and follow procedures outlined by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>See the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/mpox\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CDC<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.state.mn.us\/diseases\/mpox\/stats\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MDH websites<\/a> for more information about Monkeypox.<\/p>\n\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n    <div class=\"panel panel--white\">\n        <div class=\"panel__container\">\n            <div class=\"panel__intro\">\n                            <div class=\"h3\">FAQs<\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n            \n<div class=\"wsu-block accordion\">\n        <div class=\"accordion__item\" data-animation=\"fade-in-up\" data-animate=\"true\">\n        <button id=\"How_can_I_stay_healthy?\" class=\"accordion__toggle\" title=\"How_can_I_stay_healthy?\" aria-pressed=\"false\">\n            How can I stay healthy?        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\">\n            <p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>We encourage our WSU community\u00a0to stay up to date with their annual vaccinations, wear a mask if it makes you feel more comfortable, practice physical distancing, wash or sanitize hands often, and stay home when ill.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Reach out to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/student-life\/wellness\/health-services\/#ask-a-nurse\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/student-life\/wellness\/health-services\/#ask-a-nurse\">Ask-A-Nurse<\/a>\u00a0with any questions\u00a0regarding your symptoms or vaccine recommendations.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>You can also take these steps to keep yourself and those around you safe and healthy:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Keep yourself informed<\/strong> about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/respiratory-viruses\/prevention\/precautions-when-sick.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">current prevention recommendations<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Stay up to date on your vaccines. Vaccines are safe and effective at preventing severe illness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wear a mask.<\/strong> If wearing a mask makes you feel more comfortable, whether you have symptoms or not, feel free to wear one when you believe it&#8217;s appropriate. Some reasons to wear a mask include high prevalence cases in your area, you\u2019re in a crowded space, you\u2019re around others who are sick, or you are at high risk (immunocompromised).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Physical distance<\/strong>\u00a0yourself from others when indoors and in crowded spaces.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wash your hands<\/strong>\u00a0using soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water is not available, alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol content is recommended.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Avoid touching your face<\/strong>, such as your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/wellness\/blog\/what-is-close-contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/wellness\/blog\/what-is-close-contact\/\">Avoid close contact<\/a> with people who are sick.<\/li>\n<li>If you are feeling ill, stay home.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cover your cough or sneeze<\/strong>\u00a0with a tissue or the inside of your elbow. Throw used tissues in the trash.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Increase cleaner air access <\/strong>by following the CDC&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/respiratory-viruses\/prevention\/air-quality.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cleaner air recommendations<\/a> for lowering risk from respiratory viruses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Clean and disinfect<\/strong>\u00a0frequently touched objects and surfaces including tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and sinks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Get your flu shot.<\/strong>\u00a0WSU Health &amp; Wellness has shots available for students. Getting your flu shot is essential because it can help providers differentiate between illnesses such as\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/wellness\/blog\/cough-sniffle-sneeze-what-do-they-mean\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/wellness\/blog\/cough-sniffle-sneeze-what-do-they-mean\/\">flu vs. COVID-19<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Review the CDC&#8217;s most recent recommendations for how to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/respiratory-viruses\/prevention\/precautions-when-sick.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">prevent the spread of respiratory viruses when you&#8217;re sick<\/a>. earn more about \u00a0 feel free to follow review the most recent CDC recommendations.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\" data-animation=\"fade-in-up\" data-animate=\"true\">\n        <button id=\"What_if_my_symptoms_are_not_improving_or_getting_worse?\" class=\"accordion__toggle\" title=\"What_if_my_symptoms_are_not_improving_or_getting_worse?\" aria-pressed=\"false\">\n            What if my symptoms are not improving or getting worse?        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\">\n            <p>If you have questions or are concerned about your symptoms but are unsure if you need an appointment, feel free to contact Ask-A-Nurse at 507.457.2292 or <a href=\"mailto:askanurse@winona.edu\">askanurse@winona.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019d like to schedule an appointment, please call Health &amp; Wellness Services at 507.457.5160 for an appointment with a provider on campus.<\/p>\n<p>If it is a weekend or after hours, we recommend going to another local clinic such as Winona Health Urgent Care and Gunderson Urgent Care.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\" data-animation=\"fade-in-up\" data-animate=\"true\">\n        <button id=\"What_happens_if_I\u2019m_unable_to_attend_online_or_in_person_classes_due_to_illness?\" class=\"accordion__toggle\" title=\"What_happens_if_I\u2019m_unable_to_attend_online_or_in_person_classes_due_to_illness?\" aria-pressed=\"false\">\n            What happens if I\u2019m unable to attend online or in person classes due to illness?        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\">\n            <p>Faculty are here to work with students on their specific needs. We recommend reaching out to the instructor to discuss any concerns.<\/p>\n<p>If the professor is unable to make appropriate accommodations, you should reach out to the department chair,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/policies-student-conduct\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www2.winona.edu\/sld\/dean-of-students.asp\">Dean of Students<\/a>, or dean of the course\u2019s college.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"accordion__item\" data-animation=\"fade-in-up\" data-animate=\"true\">\n        <button id=\"Do_I_need_health_insurance_to_use_WSU_Health_Services?\" class=\"accordion__toggle\" title=\"Do_I_need_health_insurance_to_use_WSU_Health_Services?\" aria-pressed=\"false\">\n            Do I need health insurance to use WSU Health Services?        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"accordion__content\">\n            <p>Health insurance and\/or coverage is not required to be seen at WSU&#8217;s Health &amp; Wellness Services.<\/p>\n<p>Students who do not have health insurance can still receive services for a low cost and utilize financial assistance as needed. Students can also meet with a WSU Resource Nurse for a free insurance consultation to discuss different options.<\/p>\n<p>If a student does have health insurance, they will need to call the number on the back of their insurance card to inquire about their options for getting coverage at the on-campus clinic (such as a referral from their primary care provider from home or point-of-service coverage).<\/p>\n<p>All Winona State students are automatically eligible for financial assistance upon request and are encouraged to use a free insurance consultation.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n    <div class=\"panel panel--white\">\n        <div class=\"panel__container\">\n            <div class=\"panel__intro\">\n                            <div class=\"h3\">Contact Health Services<\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n            \n\n<div class=\"wsu-block grid grid--33\">\n    <div class=\"wsu-block contact-card mb-1\">\n   <div class=\"contact-card__content\">\n       <div class=\"contact-card__title h4\">\n           Health &amp; Wellness Services\n       <\/div>\n       <div class=\"contact-card__subtitle h4\">\n           \n       <\/div>\n       <div class=\"contact-card__description\">\n           <p>IWC 222<\/p>\n<p>Appointment Line: 507.457.5160<\/p>\n<p>Ask-a-Nurse Message Line: 507.457.2292<\/p>\n<p>Fax: 507.457.2326<\/p>\n\n       <\/div>\n       <a class=\"wsu-link contact-card__link\"><\/a>\n   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wsu-block contact-card mb-1\">\n   <div class=\"contact-card__content\">\n       <div class=\"contact-card__title h4\">\n           Office Hours\n       <\/div>\n       <div class=\"contact-card__subtitle h4\">\n           \n       <\/div>\n       <div class=\"contact-card__description\">\n           <p>In-person and telehealth appointments are available.<\/p>\n<p>If you are experiencing a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/student-life\/wellness\/health-services\/#emergency\">medical emergency<\/a>, call 911.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Academic Hours<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Monday-Friday | 7:30am\u20134:30pm<\/p>\n<p><strong>Summer Hours<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Clinic is open Tuesday-Thursday | 7:30am\u20134pm<\/p>\n<p>Office is open Monday-Friday | 7:30am\u20134pm<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Our Clinic and Office are closed on holidays.<\/p>\n\n       <\/div>\n       <a class=\"wsu-link contact-card__link\" href=\"https:\/\/winona.studenthealthportal.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"\">Make an Appointment<\/a>\n   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wsu-block contact-card mb-1\">\n   <div class=\"contact-card__content\">\n       <div class=\"contact-card__title h4\">\n           Social Media\n       <\/div>\n       <div class=\"contact-card__subtitle h4\">\n           \n       <\/div>\n       <div class=\"contact-card__description\">\n           <p style=\"font-weight: 400\"><a 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