Athens, GA- Every fall, the UGA campus welcomes back students and anxiously anticipates the start of football season. For the University Health Center, the changing of seasons also means a return of the flu.
We are excited to welcome you back to Athens and campus. Seeing everyone in person again reminds us that our community is large, vibrant, and wonderfully diverse. With more than 40,000 students at UGA this fall, campus is busy and the positive energy is palpable. As we begin to settle in, we write to remind…
ATLANTA, 8/9/22 –The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) continues to closely monitor thecurrent outbreak of monkeypox in the state. As of today, there are 625 confirmed monkeypoxcases in Georgia. Testing and vaccination are available in health districts throughout the state;however, vaccine supplies from the federal government remain limited.The monkeypox virus can spread from person-to-person…
To promote safety and emergency preparedness across the University of Georgia community, we have launched a new safety app called UGA Safe, replacing the existing LiveSafe app. Please download the UGA Safe app from the Google Play store or the Apple App store. The UGA Safe app offers users several important safety features and enhancements: …
The Georgia Bulldogs will take part in college football’s mental health week during the 2022 season, which is scheduled for October 1-8 this fall. Plans include the Bulldogs wearing a helmet decal for their home game against Auburn on Oct. 8.
With all the different protein powder supplements on the market it can be easy to get overwhelmed in picking the best option. Between whey, plant-based, and collagen proteins, it can be hard to decide which one is the best fit for you.
The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) has received reports of increased overdoses (OD) in various areas of Georgia in March 2022, caused by drugs mixed with fentanyl, particularly cocaine, methamphetamine, and counterfeit pills that could resemble substances like Adderall or Xanax.
The University Health Center applauds the efforts of student groups working to eliminate the stigma attached to mental health issues. Thank you to the Inter-Fraternity Council and Sigma Chi Fraternity for hosting this event. Photo courtesy of Inter-Fraternity Council and Sigma Chi
College is a time for many firsts. For some students, one of those “firsts” may include going to the gynecologist for the first time.
Dear Families and Supporters, On behalf of the University Health Center, welcome to Bulldog Nation! As the campus medical and wellness home for students at the University of Georgia, we endorse behaviors that support whole person health and wellness.
The UHC will be closed Friday, Aug 4th for Staff Training.
We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause.