Exercise is Medicine is an American College of Sports Medicine initiative that calls to action various health care providers to assess physical activity as a vital sign, and partner with other fitness professionals to reduce physical inactivity to improve overall health. At Illinois State University representatives from Student Health Services (SHS), the Department of Kinesiology &
National Medical Laboratory Professional week is April 24-30, making this week the perfect time to highlight the phenomenal staff and laboratory services available at Student Health Services (SHS). Medical laboratory testing plays a crucial role in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. Illinois State University students are able to utilize laboratory services for lab tests
Summer is a time for catching up with old friends, taking a summer class or two, vacationing with your family and working at an internship. Unfortunately, summer is also often a time when students experience a lapse of coverage in their health insurance. Student health insurance offered by Student Health Services makes it easy to avoid finding
Students, don’t forget to refill your prescriptions before you leave for summer break.
Sticking around Illinois State University this summer but not enrolled in classes? Student Health Services can continue to provide the medical care you need.
Sleep Awareness Week, an annual event of the National Sleep Foundation, aims to spotlight the health, productivity, and safety benefits of good sleeping habits.
In honor of the National Nutrition Month this March, Student Health Services Registered Dietitian Lynne Frichtl wants to clear up some of the confusion and conflicting messages about eating better.
You may be wondering what are the mumps and how is it spread? Mumps is a virus and it spreads through saliva or mucus from the mouth, nose, or throat. An infected person can spread the virus by coughing; sneezing; kissing; talking; sharing items, such as cups or eating utensils, with others; and touching objects
Cold and flu season is here, and Student Health Services want to make sure you have all the essentials to make you feel better.
Student Health Services has a radiology department on campus.
