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Open Insurance Enrollment Period, Deadline: Sept 4
- Medical ins, enroll online
- Medical ins, waive online
- Don't forget Dental and Vision
- Emergency Contraception Request form is available. Although the emergency contraception is to be taken by a woman, a male or female student may request the medication.
- HPV Vaccine Available
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Student Health Services
Dehydration
Dehydration is caused by insufficient intake of fluids or body fluid loss from fever, vomiting or diarrhea. Symptoms include weakness, headache, dizziness and body aches.
If you are dehydrated:
- Drink more than 8 - 10 glasses of fluids every 24 hours.
- Eat Saltine crackers or pretzels to increase thirst.
- Take acetaminophen to treat fever.
- Seek medical attention if you are unable to take fluids because of persistent vomiting and for diarrhea lasting more than 48 to 72 hours.