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Health Advisory: H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)
If you are sick with flu-like symptoms and don't know the best thing to do, please read for guidance. Additional resources about H1N1 flu and what you can do to stay healthy are included.
Health Advisory: MRSA Infections
Hall Health has seen an increase in the number of students coming in with MRSA infections. Read how to recognize, treat, and prevent MRSA.
UW Student Insurance Offers Free HPV Vaccinations
Free HPV vaccinations are available to female students, spouses, and domestic partners who are covered by the UW Accident and Sickness Insurance Plan.
Pedometers Available at Hall Health
Count your steps, see how far you walk!
S.H.A.Q.
The Student Health Advisory Quorum (SHAQ) is a registered student organization that provides the UW campus with chance for involvement in student health issues.
Bike Lights and Helmets (and more) Available in the WRC!
As a way of promoting safe exercise, SHAQ is selling high-quality bike helmets and light sets at bargain prices.
Wellness Wheel
The Wellness Wheel is a tool that helps individuals evaluate and improve their overall health and wellness.

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Bike Lights and Helmets (and more) Available in the WRC!

WRC Hours

The WRC is open from 11:00am - 3:30pm Monday through Thursday during the academic quarter (with limited hours during finals week and closed in the break between quarters). If you'd like to schedule a time to come in outside of these hours, contact Mark Shaw at mshaw@uw.edu.

As a way of promoting safe exercise, SHAQ, the Student Health Advisory Quorum, is selling high-quality bike helmets and light sets at bargain prices, plus other items (see below). SHAQ offer helmets specifically designed for biking, skiing/snowboarding and skateboarding/in-line skating. There are a variety of colors to choose from, and members of SHAQ help you get a fitting that's right for your head size.

Proceeds from the sales of these health and safety products benefit SHAQ, a registered student organization, comprised of peer health educators.

If you'd like to some bicycle gear, it works best if you contact Mark Shaw to set up a day/time to come by, at (206) 616-8476 or email him at: mshaw@uw.edu.

	Price	With U-PASS discount
Bike Bell The Incredibell® Jellibell™ is available in 5 fun colors: purple, pink, orange, blue, and green.	$7	$6
Bike Helmet Premium bike helmets with Occipital Lobe Retention System feature: Sleek Trendy Visor Occipital Lobe Retention Stabilizer Shock Absorbing EPS Liner Aerodynamic Plastic Microshell Quick Release Nexus Buckle Three Customized Fit Pad Sets Meets the CPSC Standards Available in blue, red, black purple	$14	$12
Bike Light Set XLC 1 Watt Headlight / 4 LED Tail light Front light features: 3 modes 3 AAA batteries (included) 60 hours run time chasing and flashing 30 hours run time on constant Visible to 1200 m. Rear light features: 4 modes 2 CR2032 batteries included Flash, random and chase w/ 100 hours run time Constant run time 50 hours Seat post and frame mount included.	$22	$20
Bike Lock KryptoLok® series 2 Std 13mm hardened Performance steel shackle resists cutting and leverage attacks High security Bent Foot™ design for serious protection and great value Patented deadbolt locking mechanism for extensive holding power High security, pick and drill resistant disc-style cylinder Enhanced internal engineering resists twisting leverage attacks Offset key location and overhead cam locking mechanism resists leverage attacks Rotating dust cover protects and extends cylinder life Includes versatile EZ Mount transportation bracket 2 keys - new "I" keys for easier usage	$22	$20
Cycle Computer Want to know how fast or how far you've traveled on your bike? The XLC Cycle Computer provides information about speed and distance, plus a 12-hour clock. AG-13 battery included.	$14	$12
Helmet Mirror The Reflex™ Flexible Helmet Mirror is the ultimate, hassle-free solution for cyclists on city streets and on narrow, winding country roads who need an effective way to see what's coming up behind them. The unique "Gumby"-like Kraton covered wire makes Reflex the first and only flexible and fully adjustable helmet mirror. The generously oval shaped mirror on Reflex provides a larger field of view than other mirrors and its vertical aspect increases depth of field. No Hassle Installation Removable Extra Wide Angle View Fits On All Helmets Stays in Adjustment Weighs only 0.7 ounces (21.8 grams)	$14	$12
Pedometer 5-function pedometer features a: 12/24 hour clock, calorie counter, step counter, total distance measure, and stride length adjustment. Includes comfortable belt clip. Requires 2 x Lithium LR44 batteries (included).	$14	$12
Safety Triangle From the Cascade Bicycle Club, wear these on your chest and/or back for higher visibility when riding your bike.	$8 / 2 for $15	$8 / 2 for $15
Skateboard Helmet This multi-sport helmet features: Shock Absorbing EPS Liner ABS Impact Dispersing Outer Shell Quick Release Nexus Buckle Sponge Foam Customized Adjustment Fit Pad Set Meets the CPSC Bike Helmet Standards	$15	$15
Ski/Snowboard Helmet This Recreational Ski/ Snowboarding Helmet is “aerodynamic and super light” and features: Shock Absorbing EPS Liner Aerodynamic ABS Impact Dispersing Outer Shell Cozy Inner Lining and Removable Ear Flaps Quick Release Nexus Buckle ASTM 2040 Certified	$35	$35

Please call (206) 616-8476 or email mshaw@uw.edu to make an appointment to purchase health and safety merchandise.