Back to School and Staying Healthy
The start of the school year often brings excitement and new beginnings. However, it can also lead to an increase in illnesses, including the common cold, COVID-19, flu, and Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD). While many are familiar with cold and flu symptoms, HFMD may be less well-known as it’s more commonly diagnosed in younger children. Here’s what you need to know to keep yourself and your community healthy!
- Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is common in children under 5 years old, but anyone can get it.
- The illness is usually not serious with mild symptoms up to 7 – 10 days, but it is very contagious.
- To prevent spreading HFMD, wash your hands often especially after changing diapers, using the toilet, and coughing, sneezing, or blowing your nose, clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces, and avoid close contact with sick individuals. This includes avoiding shared spaces, sharing drinks, utensils, or other personal items.
COVID-19 continues to be a concern, and guidelines for staying home have evolved. Currently, those who test positive for COVID-19 should follow the same guidelines as they would for other common respiratory viruses, which includes staying home until they have been fever-free for 24 hours without the use of medication AND symptoms have improved. Taking added precautions for an additional 5 days when around others is recommended to prevent further spread. Examples of added precautions are wearing masks and distancing from others.
If you are sick and need care, please schedule an appointment with Campus Health via the HealthyPack Portal or by calling us.
Meningococcal Vaccine Update
Some students are receiving communications regarding the new meningococcal vaccine requirement taking effect January 2025. Students are encouraged to confirm their immunization status via the HealthyPack Portal and take steps to fulfill this requirement prior to the start of the spring semester. Students who only need this vaccine will not have their fall schedules canceled.
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Hours of Operation
Main Campus and Pharmacy
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Most Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM*
*Fall and spring semesters only
Centennial Campus
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Summer
Monday: 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Both locations will be closed for patient care during University holidays.
Access the HealthyPack Portal
By selecting this link, you will be directed to InCommon/Shibboleth secure sign-on using your Unity ID. The HealthyPack Portal uses the Medicat secure medical records system.
Let’s talk healthy sleep 💤
No matter how you’ve decorated your bedroom this semester, adequate sleep is a must for your success and well-being. Here are some tips for quality rest:
✅ Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep each night
✅ Avoid “screen time” 30-60 minutes before bed
✅ Be physically active earlier in the day
✅ Restrict caffeine, nicotine and alcohol use
Sep 9
BACK TO SCHOOL GIVEAWAY ✨
Welcome back, Wolfpack! Campus Health is holding a fun giveaway for an awesome wellness prize pack to start off this academic year!
🏆 What you’ll win:
NC State squishmallow
NC State hat
NC State water bottle
NC State cooling towel
NC State pennant
NC State sunglasses
NC State Jeep sticker
Toothbrush/floss from Campus Smiles
Campus Health chapstick and stress wolf
How to win:
✅ Follow @ncsuhealthypack on Instagram
✅ Like this post
✅ Comment 1 way you practice wellness (physical, emotional, social, etc) and tag 2 friends!
*Multiple entries are allowed*
Giveaway ends September 9 at 12:00 p.m. EST
GOOD LUCK! 🍀
Sep 4
Welcome back, Wolfpack! Campus Health is here to keep you healthy and reduce the risk of illnesses (i.e. common cold, COVID-19, flu and Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease) while you are at NC State!
Below are a few reminders to maintain well-being for yourself and those around you:
✅ Wash your hands frequently
✅ Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces
✅ Avoid close contact with sick individuals
✅ If you are sick and need care, please schedule an appointment with Campus Health via the HealthyPack Portal or by calling us
More information about different illnesses and staying well in our bio!
Aug 27
Some students are receiving communication regarding the new meningococcal vaccine requirement taking effect for Spring 2025. Students are encouraged to confirm their immunization status via the HealthyPack Portal and take steps to fulfill this requirement prior to the start of the spring semester. Students who ONLY need this vaccine will not have their fall scheduled cancelled.
Aug 21
Happy first day, Wolfpack! Thank you to everyone who came out for our FDOC breakfast this morning! 🐺 🌮
Below are other fun events this week:
🥘 Meal Prep 101
Tuesday, August 20 2:00-4:00pm (drop in event)
Teaching Kitchen, Carmichael Gym Rm 1158
🚩Films and Flags
Tuesday, August 20 6:00-8:00pm
Student Involvement Suite – Talley 4210
🎨 Paint and Sip
Wednesday, August 21 3:30-4:30pm
Student Involvement Suite – Talley 4210
Aug 19
Campus Health will be holding immunization clinics the end of this week and next week for students who need vaccines for their compliance. 💉 These clinics allow us to significantly increase the number of immunization appointments we can typically accommodate.
Swipe to learn more including how to schedule an appointment! ➡️
Aug 14
