What we are doing
What you can do
Consult a Healthcare Provider
If you develop symptoms or test positive for COVID-19, stay home and self isolate.
Effective May 12: end of public health emergency
Recently the Biden administration announced it intends to end the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) declared by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on May 11, 2023. During the COVID-19 PHE, Wellmark enhanced your benefit coverage to ensure you had access to COVID-related services. With the end of PHE, you will see the changes to your benefits.
Layers of safety help prevent spread of COVID-19
Patricia Winokur, infectious disease specialist, explains how layering multiple safety strategies can protect us from COVID-19.
COVID-19 vaccines now available for children ages 6 months and older
COVID-19 vaccines are available for children ages 6 months and older following authorization from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). If you would like your child to be vaccinated through UI Health Care, you can schedule a vaccination by visiting MyChart or uihc.org/schedule-your-covid-19-vaccination.
Campus Updates
Important COVID-19 update: end of public health emergency effective May 12
University to discontinue online COVID-19 self-reporting tool
Campus update: Johnson County COVID-19 transmission rate at High
UI to sunset select COVID-19 policies on June 30
Mask mandate lifted for CAMBUS
Spring 2022 HEERF III funds distributed
Campus update: CDC provides county specific guidance for COVID-19 prevention
Campus Update: Campus mitigation efforts continue
Resources
Updates on COVID-19
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH)
24/7 COVID-19 Helpline from UI Hospitals & Clinics
319-384-8819
Student Health Nurseline
319-335-9704
UI Hospitals & Clinics appointment questions
800-777-8442 (toll free) or send a message through MyChart
Travel Advisories
CDC and U.S. Department of State
UI Hospitals & Clinics
COVID-19 Preparedness
University Counseling Service
319-335-7294
UI Employee Assistance Program
319-335-2085