Health, Wellness and Safety
Health, Wellness and Safety
COVID-19 is a disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It can be contagious and spread quickly. COVID-19 most often causes respiratory symptoms that can feel much like a cold, the flu, or pneumonia. Most people with COVID-19 have mild symptoms.
There are many actions you can take to help protect yourself, your household, and your community from COVID-19:
Stay up to date with immunizations
Practice good hygiene
Take steps for cleaner air
If a student believes they may have COVID-19, they can come to Student Health Services for testing and/or treatment. There are also COVID tests available for sale for $7 in the vending machine in the RecWell by the courts.
Remember, if you are not feeling well, take precautions to prevent the spread.
Many people with COVID-19 get better with rest, fluids, and treatment for their symptoms. Medicines like fever reducers, pain relievers and/or cough syrup can help.
If you are around others, wear a mask if you are coughing or sneezing.
The CDC no longer requires a 5-day self-isolation period when testing positive. You may return to normal activities when you are fever-free for 24 hours without medication and symptoms are improving.
Seek health care promptly for testing and/or treatment if you are immunocompromised or have risk factors for severe illness. The CDC has provided guidance for those who are immunocompromised or have certain medical conditions.
The COVID-19 vaccination is no longer a requirement at Quinnipiac. However, it is strongly recommended that the entire university community stay up to date with all recommended COVID boosters.
The COVID vaccine may be required as part of a student’s clinical program; all students should connect with their program director to verify.