What's Happening?

April is STD Awareness Month!

1 in 2 sexually active young people will get an STD... most won’t know it! Don’t wait for symptoms – testing is the only way to know your status!

Check out http://www.itsyoursexlife.com for great info.

Did you know???

• Most UWW students can get tested for free at UHCS.
• Testing is so easy, usually you just have to pee in a cup!
• UHCS sells insertive and receptive condoms and dental dams!

Pertussis Prevention Measures

• check your immunization status with your health care provider to determine if eligible for receiving Tdap (tetanus with diphtheria and pertussis) or other preventative immunizations
• Tdap is available on campus at University Health & Counseling Services as well as local public health departments, contact them for current availability and cost information
• remember to use cough etiquette and hand hygiene measures
• see your health care provider or UHCS if you have concerns or questions

 

FDA, FTC Act to Remove Fraudulent STD Products from the Market

FDA and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) jointly launched the "Fraudulent STD Products Initiative," which targets over-the-counter products bought online or in retail stores that make unproven claims to prevent, cure, and/or treat sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). These products have not been evaluated by the FDA for safety and effectiveness. These illegal products may pose significant public health risk since individuals could be inaccurately treated, leading to delays in getting medical help and increasing the possibility of spreading disease to a sexual partner. Consumers and health professionals should be warned there are no over-the-counter or online drugs or dietary supplements available to treat or prevent STDs. Appropriate diagnosis and/or treatment of STDs can only occur under the supervision of a health care professional.

Please visit the following websites for additional information:
www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm253619.htm
www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm253455.htm
www.fda.gov/stdfraud

Family Planning Waiver Program

 

Males No Longer Eligible for the Family Planning Waiver

With the enactment of the 2011-13 State budget, men can no longer apply for Family Planning Only Services (FPOS).

If you are already enrolled, you will be eligible for 1 year from the date you received your Forward health card.

If you have questions, please contact our FPOS office at 262-472-1300 and select menu option 6.

For Women:
To receive FPWP services at UHCS, you must be currently enrolled at UWW, present your FORWARD HEALTH card at each FPWP appointment and maintain a current address and telephone number with UHCS. You are only eligible for FPWP services after you receive your “About Your Benefits” letter and FORWARD HEALTH card in the mail. The letter will confirm your dates of eligibility in the program. Be aware that the approval process can take 6-8 weeks to complete. You will be responsible to pay for any services received until you are approved.

To apply for enrollment in the program, call UHCS (262) 472-1300 for a Waiver application appointment.

For more information on the FPWP call UHCS at (262) 472 1300 menu option 6.

Focused Driving Initiative

Focused Driving Commitment

Focused Driving Fact Sheet 1

Focused Driving Fact Sheet 2

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