UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN River Falls

Student Health Services

Health Topics A to Z

UWRF Alcohol and Other Drug Policies and Info:

Pierce County and Saint Croix County (including River Falls) Medication Disposal Program: A safe disposal option for old or unneeded prescription drugs and over-the-counter medications.  Free and anonymous.

Anabolic Steroids: Information from the National Institute of Drug Abuse.

Heroin Drug Facts from the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA).

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) (US Department of Health and Human Services):  Mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America's communities.

Prescription Drug Disposal Sites - Allina Health - https://www.allinahealth.org/medical-services/pharmacies

Prescription Drug Misuse - Generation RX Safe medication practices for life

Prescription Painkiller Overdoses from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

Sober Recovery in River Falls Area: Recovery resources online.

StreetDrugs.org: Drug index page has a list of many current illegal drugs of abuse, with special categories for teachers, students, and parents.

UWRF Safer Partying Guide  Made for students by students.

Printable Campus Map:  

Campus map with breastfeeding/lactation location identified:

  • Agricultural Science Building - Food Science Addition, Room 142 (enter via Women's Rest Room, adjacent lockable locker room space)
  • Wyman Education Building, Room 235 (lockable, sign-in sheet)
  • University Center, Check at Information Desk to access space
  • Falcon Center, room under the northern stairwell leading up to the Page Mezzanine
  • Rodli Hall - Room 256 

WomensHealth.gov Office on Women's Health, US Department of Health and Human Services.  Information and resources on breastfeeding.

www.babycafeusa.org:  Breastfeeding support and resources.  Enter zip code or city for local chapters, including River Falls.

Breastfeeding Coalition: Support and resources for Pierce County, WI and Goodhue and Wabasha Counties, MN

Cancer Prevention and Control - Centers for Disease Control: Information on types of cancer. Many great links and a variety of resources.
 
The Melanoma Education Fund: Provides information on the deadly disease, melanoma. This organization was established by the family of Daniel N. Fine, a 26 year old who died in October, 1998 of melanoma. Photographs of the disease from the National Cancer Institute.
 
The American Cancer Society: Nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service.  Web site contains information on types of cancer, treatment options, prevention, statistics, etc...

The National Cancer Institute: Coordinates the National Cancer Program, which conducts and supports research, training, health information dissemination, and other programs with respect to the cause, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of cancer, rehabilitation from cancer, and the continuing care of cancer patients and the families of cancer patients.

Go Ask Alice: Columbia University Education Program web site. Ask Alice your personal health questions about relationships, sexuality, sexual health, emotional health, fitness, nutrition, alcohol, nicotine & other drugs and any other general health question that plagues you.

Northern Arizona University: Resource guide includes updated information on immunizations, assault prevention, stress management, fitness, self-care, cold & flu and more!

NationalEatingDisorders.org (NEDA): Dedicated to providing education, resources and support to those affected by eating disorders. Whether you are an individual living with an eating disorder, a family member or friend looking to offer support to a loved one, or a treatment professional looking to help others — we have structured our site to address your needs.

National Association of Anorexia Nervosa & Associated Disorders (ANAD): The oldest national non-profit organization dedicated to alleviating eating disorders and promoting a healthy lifestyle.
 
Overeaters Anonymous: A fellowship of individuals who, through shared experience, strength, and hope are recovering from compulsive overeating.

Food and Support Resources 

River Falls Library- Community Care

River Falls Food Pantry:  http://rfcfp.org/
March 2020 Update for River Falls Food Pantry: http://rfcfp.org/river-falls-food-pantry-will-continue-to-support-anyone-in-need-with-modified-food-distribution/

Food Share/Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP):  A federal program to help buy nutritious food, applying is fast and easy, if you qualify for financial aid you are likely eligible:
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/foodshare/eligibility.htm
http://www.getaquestcard.org/

Second Harvest:  https://www.2harvest.org/who--how-we-help/how-to-get-help/#.XXEeZShKiUk

Pierce County Hunger Prevention Council 

WebMD: Health & Wellness Center. Offering the latest in alternative medicine, diet & nutrition, emotional wellness, fitness, health aging, sexuality and more. Online chat rooms, message boards and resource center. Health topics A - Z.
 
Health Central:  A to Z health information and answers to questions.

Healthfinder.gov: U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services web site. Extensive information for everyone regarding general & specific health issues. Libraries, journals, dictionaries, hot topics, smart choices, disease prevention, safety tips, first-aid. Great links.
 
National Center for Complementary & Alternative Medicine: Offers thousands of resources for biomedical information awareness & education. Plus many resources in general health. Announcements.
 
Healthy People: Office of Disease Prevention & Health Promotion and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services web site. Objectives for healthy people. Surveys, reports, information. Contact committees on certain tasks or information.
 
MayoClinic.com: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education & Research web site.  Quizzes - Test your knowledge. Ask Mayo health providers your questions. Information on cancer, allergies, asthma, heart conditions, men, women.
 
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Information on bioterrorism, hoaxes and rumors, etc.
 
American Institute of Stress: ARE YOU STRESSED OUT!!!!!!!!!  This site is dedicated to Advancing Our Understanding of: The Role of Stress in Health and Illness.  The Nature and Importance of Mind-Body Relationships.  Our Inherent and Immense Potential for Self-Healing.

Influenza :Get Informed. Be Prepared. One-stop access to U.S. Government influenza information. Managed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. 

Gay and Lesbian Medical Association: What's new in GLBTQ issues. Employment, threats, risks for gay & bisexual men. Find a GLBTQ-friendly physician. Great web links.
 
OutFront:  OutFront Minnesota provides this leadership by delivering programs and services to LGBTQ and allied communities in the areas of community organizing, public policy, anti-violence, law,  education and training.

PFLAG:  PFLAG is committed to advancing equality and full societal affirmation of LGBTQ people through its threefold mission of support, education, and advocacy.

LGBT National Help Center:  Call line that provides vital peer-support, community connections, and resource information to people with questions regarding sexual orientation and/or gender identity.

UWRF Center for Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging: Wide array of resources for GLBTQ+ and other underrepresented groups.

 

Where to Stay Fit in River Falls Guide: River Falls maps, directory and information.

Physical Activity Guidelines:  From health.gov.

Get Moving - American Heart Association: Web site on physical activity in your daily life. This is a great site for all ages, with many different links. Learn tips for exercise success at work, at home, and at play! Learn the benefits from physical activity or just how many calories you burn for a particular activity.
 
Physical Activity Guide - National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute: Examples of moderate amounts of physical activity, a guide to changing behavior, and many additional nutrition links. Plan your meal and see how many calories you consume.
 
Body Mass Index - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number calculated from a person’s weight and height. BMI provides a reliable indicator of body fatness for most people and is used to screen for weight categories that may lead to health problems.
 
Physical Activity Plan - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Information on making physical activity a part of your life, how to get started and change your lifestyle. Learn recommendations and how to measure your physical activity intensity.
 
HealthClubs.com: A web site from International Health, Racquet, & Sports Club Association. Learn the benefits of physical activity, sufficient amounts of physical activity, and ideas for special populations.

151 Ways to Make Love Without Doin' It at UWRF

American Sexual Health Association: STD information, frequently asked questions, updates, living with HIV, prevention of STDs, newsletter, access to links. Information on contraceptives. "Did you know" section and more!
 
The Body - Complete HIV/AIDS Resource: Chat rooms and bulletin boards available. Information for persons living with HIV/AIDS. Resources for gay men. Leading experts answer your questions. Links to other STD informational sites & organizations. Plus a multitude of AIDS information.
 
Planned Parenthood Federation of America: Frequently asked questions. Family planning information, newsletters, articles. Information quizzes.

Emergency Contraception (morning after pill)  Information on emergency contraception, how to use it, where to obtain it, how it works, etc.

AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin:  Provides HIV prevention, education, comprehensive services, research, and advocacy.

Adoption Network Law Center: Works with its network of attorneys and agencies throughout the U.S. to ensure the most legally sound adoption plan, therby protecting the interest of all parties.

UWRF Sexual Assault and Harassment Resources and Services

UWRF Title IX

UWRF Report It Web Page

If this is an emergency or crisis situation, please click on Emergencies/Crisis Situations then click Victims of Violence or Sexual Assault.

Saint Croix Valley Sexual Assault Response Team (SART):  Provides forensic healthcare, education, protection, and advocacy for victim survivors of sexual assault, strangulation, interpersonal violence, human trafficking and sexual exploitation in the community.

Turningpoint for Victims of Domestic and Sexual Violence: The mission of Turningpoint is to provide shelter and support services for victims of domestic and sexual violence and abuse, to educate the community, and to promote the existence of a peaceful society.

Wisconsin Coalition Against Sexual Assault (WCASA):  Promotes the social change needed to end sexual violence in Wisconsin.
 
RAINN (Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network):  Largest anti-sexual violence organization.

Centers for Disease Control Sleep Page  Sleep resources, risks from insufficient sleep, sleep data, etc.

National Sleep Foundation  The National Sleep Foundation website has information about sleep health, sleep problems and disorders, sleep tools and tips, and information on research related to sleep.

10 tips for Better Sleep by WebMD  We all have trouble sleeping from time to time, and college students especially tend to have bad sleep habits. You can improve your sleep habits, get better sleep and increase your ability to concentrate in class or focus on homework with these simple steps.

6 Steps to Better Sleep by Mayo Clinic  Great simple steps you can start implementing now to get better sleep.

The American Lung Association (ALA): The ALA fights lung disease in all its forms, with special emphasis on asthma, tobacco control and environmental health.  This site features information on quitting, nicotine replacement theory information, fact sheets, secondhand smoke and much more.
 
The American Cancer Society: The nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service.  Web site contains information on types of cancer, treatment options, prevention, statistics, etc.
 
Tobacco Efforts Worldwide - Centers for Disease Control: Overview of tobacco efforts in the U.S. and the world with links & information for quitting, comments & questions area, share your thoughts, Surgeon General report.
 
Office of the Surgeon General: Preventing tobacco use among youth and young adults.

Tobacco Control Resource Center for Wisconsin: This site features tobacco trends in Wisconsin and links to statewide efforts.  Posters and other free stuff are available.
 
Fighting Against Corporate Tobacco (FACT): The tobacco industry sees their customers as idiots, pawns that can be played to the tune of billions of dollars in profits.   FACT is a Wisconsin youth led anti-tobacco industry movement believes you deserve the truth about big tobacco.

Travelers' Health Info - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Health information on specific destinations.  Check out "Study Abroad" under "Resources for Travelers."
 
United States Department of State Bureau of Consular Affairs: Information on travel safety abroad in light of the current world situation, travel registration, etc.
 
UWRF Office of International Education: Information, support, and resources for those who wish to or plan to travel abroad.
 
Redplanet.travel/mdtravelhelp:Complete travel health information, updated daily, for travelers and physicians.

Contact Us

Student Health and Counseling Services
Student Health Services: 715-425-3293
student.health.services@uwrf.edu
Counseling Services: 715-425-3884
counseling.services@uwrf.edu
M-F: 8 am - 4:30 pm
254 Rodli Hall