STUDENT HEALTH

Student health warns about spread of whooping cough
The spread of the respiratory illness across Los Angeles county is ‘highly unusual.’

Neely Center works with MIT, UC Berkeley to launch AI impact benchmark
Artificial intelligence “Nutrition Labels” serve to evaluate the effectiveness and positive impact of AI platforms.

Free vaccines offered to combat flu season
Influenza is coming early this year, and making sure to vaccinate and protect yourself from the disease is highly important.

Campus blood drive promotes saving lives through donation competition
Students said it was easy to stop by between classes.

University tells students to use ‘common sense’ during heat wave
Environmental Health & Safety is using heat notices, reminders about hydration and AC on campus to prepare students.

New COVID-19 variant could evade vaccine immunity
The cicada variant has spread to over 25 states, but it does not appear to cause more severe symptoms.

Federal judge blocks latest ACIP appointees
Chief Campus Health Officer Dr. Sarah Van Orman said she will advocate for students’ vaccines to be fully covered.

A respiratory virus is spiking across Northern California. And it’s not the flu.
Student Health said that the virus has some symptoms similar to the common cold.

Need off-campus mental health support? Here’s what to know
Off-campus mental health resources include a 24/7 hotline, outpatient therapy and an intensive outpatient program.

Student Health expands its toxic stress screenings
Students scheduling physical check-up appointments are now asked about adverse childhood experiences.

Student Health uses AI to transcribe conversations, cut down on paperwork
Nabla’s AI listens during patient visits and generates notes, assessment plans and patient instructions for providers.

Student Health urges students to discuss healthy communication, consent
CARE-SC and student groups have hosted discussions, training and presentations on topics such as substance abuse disorder treatments and beverage spiking.
