Student Health & Counseling Center

H1N1 Flu Information

For many years, UAA has had emergency plans in place to address wide-ranging campus issues and health concerns. We have extended these preparedness efforts in order to respond to the H1N1 pandemic. Our emergency response teams receive regular updates from the Municipality of Anchorage and the State of Alaska Department of Epidemiology.

Novel H1N1 pandemic influenza is widespread throughout the world. Fortunately, the vast majority of cases are mild and, at this point, the H1N1 virus appears no more virulent or severe than most seasonal influenza. This strain does seem to be more frequent in children and young adults because those who are younger than 50 years of age have not yet had contact with a similar type of this virus.

PREVENTION

- Avoid contact with ill persons
- Cover your nose and mouth when you cough or sneeze
- Throw used tissues in the trash
- Do not share food, drink, or utensils
- Wash your hands with soap and water frequently. Particularly after you sneeze, or use
  an alcohol-based hand gel if there is no water
- Vaccine for seasonal flu is available now for students, staff, faculty and the public
- H1N1 flu vaccine availability information will be provided

TREATMENT

- Know the flu symptoms – fever, headache, chills, body aches, fatigue, dry cough, sore
  throat, stuffy nose, occasionally nausea or diarrhea
- If you have these symptoms, stay home, rest and drink plenty of non-alcoholic fluids.
  Don’t smoke.
- Over-the-counter medicines such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen and, for adults, aspirin
  may reduce aches and fever. Decongestants, cough medicines and a humidifier may also
  help

RECOVERY

- When you have been off fever-reducing medicine such as aspirin and fever-free for 24
  hours, you may go back to your normal activities.

Students and parents who have questions may contact the Student Health and Counseling Center at ayshcc@uaa.alaska.edu or 907-786-4040.

Thank you for your efforts to keep all members of the UAA community in good health. Although we can't eliminate the spread of this virus, our collective efforts can significantly minimize its reach and overall impact.

Current information
www.pandemicflu.alaska.gov
www.epi.alaska.gov/id/influenza/swineflu.htm
www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu
www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/swineflu_you.htm

Available NOW!
Make Your Own Appointments On-line!
- Immunizations
- Titers
-TB Test - not on Thursdays
-Emergency Contraception
-Program Requirements- Housing, Health Programs etc...

Also receive test results and communicate with provider by registering at https://studenthealthosh.uaa.alaska.edu

*Remember when registering use your UAA username, and place a ZERO in front of your UAA student ID*

Cancellation Policy
 Please call 786-4040 to avoid a $15.00 no show charge.

This charge will be assessed to your UAA student account
if no contact is made after a 10 minute grace period. 

A voicemail message is acceptable including date and time the call is made. 

Immunization appointments are exempt from this policy.

You can submit your question by visiting  "Ask Betty" 

Please call 907-786-4040 for an appointment and information.

For additional information  ~ Please visit the CDC website NEW HPV Vaccine

Click here for cost and immunization schedule.

Patient Assistance Program
Submit  your application to the Student Health and Counseling Center to receive free Gardasil if approved by Merck Patient Assistance Program.  Application takes 24-48 hours to process.
www.merckhelps.com or visit us in person to complete the application.
Call the Student Health and Counseling Center at 786-4040 with any questions.

What do you think about the SHCC?
We want to know how we’re doing so we can better serve our students! We use Student Voice Survey PDA systems to collect your invaluable feedback.  Intermittently during the academic semesters we will invite you to take our survey. 

If there are any comments you would like to forward immediately please submit them via this secure email address: ayshcc@uaa.alaska.edu

Please visit the below links are for further information on Avian Influenza (bird flu) and the mumps outbreak !

  Avian Influenza
Alaska
Global View

US Mumps Outbreak
http://www.cdc.gov/nip/diseases/mumps

Contraceptive Refills available online !!
In order to use this service you must have a current pap on file with us.

You can submit your refill online for it to be picked up 24 hours later

Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 7:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Are you having a hard time focusing in class? Difficulty eating or sleeping? or Are you using alcohol to help you cope?

You may be dealing with something more than just stress. You may be experiencing depression, anxiety, or a related disorder.

The Student Health and Counseling Center invites you to take advantage of a free, anonymous online screening for mental health issues including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, eating disorders, and /or alcohol use. If you, or a friend, are concerned, please take a simple online questionnaire. You will receive immediate results, as well as information on how to get the help you need.

Take care of yourself this month ~ get plenty of rest, eat right and take the time to get the help you need to deal with extra stress and anxiety!