Novel H1N1 Flu Vaccine Information Update

UHS has just received our first shipment of H1N1 vaccine sent in a very small batch and we are in the process of administering it following the government-mandated protocol of vaccinating specific groups in order of risk priority. We expect to receive multiple deliveries of H1N1 vaccine in this manner over the upcoming weeks and [...]

What to do when your roommate has the flu.

With the emergence of H1N1 influenza (“swine flu”) and the reemergence of Seasonal flu in the UMass community this fall, an increasing number of students will be faced with a roommate who is ill. Since UMass Boston is not a residential campus and thus does not have a space to provide alternate accommodations [...]

Immunization and Blood Pressure Clinics Hours Announced

Miss the Flu Shot Clinics? Have an Immunization Hold? Need to keep track of your blood pressure? UHS today announces the Fall 09 hours for our Immunization and Blood Pressure Clinics.

UMass Boston Hosts Flu Summit

UMass Boston hosted a Flu Summit on September 24, from 2-4 p.m. in the Campus Center Ballroom The purpose of the summit was for faculty, staff, and students ¬ to gain additional information about expectations this flu season and how the university is responding to meet this public health challenge.
Stay tuned. Our presentation and [...]

Community Connection: Vice Chancellor Day on H1N1

Patrick Day, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs at UMass Boston explains the H1N1 (Swine) Flu.