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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
Headaches
Headaches can be caused by a variety of less-serious (stress, poor posture, not wearing prescribed eyeglasses) or serious conditions.
- Take an analgesic such as Aleve, Ibuprofen, or Tylenol (acetaminophen) for general headaches; decongestants like Sudafed may be taken to relieve sinus pressure.
- Taking a warm shower or using a heating pad on the back of the neck may help; cold packs on the forehead or back of the neck can be used instead of heat.
- Rest in a comfortable and familiar environment.
- Utilize stress management techniques.
- Seek medical attention if headache is severe and accompanied by blurred vision, dizziness, nausea and vomiting, is not relieved by over the counter analgesics or if headache is caused by a head injury.