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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.

SAF

S.H.A.Q.

Are you a new or returning student that wants to gain leadership experience?
Do you care about student health concerns?
Are you interested in public health?
Do you plan on attending a post-graduate program or medical school?

If so, SHAQ might be just what you are looking for!

SHAQ, the Student Health Advisory Quorum, is a registered student organization that provides the UW campus with a chance for involvement in student health issues. It's run by students, for students.

Members of SHAQ help the campus make informed, voluntary, health promoting behavior changes by creating events and collaborate with other on campus health organizations.

For more information, contact the SHAQ Advisor, Mark Shaw at mshaw@u.washington.edu or 206-616-8476.