Help us slow the spread of COVID-19.

What to do if you're sick, test positive, or have been exposed to the virus and other resources to support your health and well-being on campus.
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Best Practices for Staying Healthy

Learn more about the latest campus health guidelines.

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What to do if you're sick

What to do if you're sick, test positive, or have been exposed to the virus, including health care resources and how to self-report your status to the university.

David Conway, RN, a nurse in the emergency department at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, was the first to receive the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine at the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital

Vaccine Information

The University of Iowa strongly encourages students, faculty, and staff to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Vaccination will help protect you from getting COVID-19 and is a safer way to build protection than through natural immunity. 

University Counseling Service

Mental Health Resources

A single hub to easily explore mental health service options on the University of Iowa campus. Services are available for students, faculty, staff, families and community members.

Assistant Nurse Manager Angie Lehman, RN BSN, administers the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine to Drew Carlson, fourth-year student in the College of Dentistry.

Student Health

Consult with a medical professional who can assess your symptoms and risk factors and determine whether you need COVID-19 testing.

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Self-Report

Self-report positive test results, or that you've been identified as being in close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19.