WILDCAT EDITION CAMPUS RECREATION
SPRING 2020
CAMPUS HEALTH
WHAT’S INSIDE: Surprising Ways Arizona Students Manage Stress .....................B1 Social Media: What’s In It For Me?.....B2 Red Cup Q&A: What Is A Blackout?....B3 Do Less. Accomplish More. .................B3 5 Tricks To Deal With Anxiety..............B4 NutriNews: What Type of Hungry Are You?..............................B5 3 Nutrition Tips for Night Owls ...........B5 Snacks: Some Good Ideas....................B5 What’s Your Fitness IQ? ......................B6 6 Ways You’re Probably Sleeping Wrong....................................B6 Weight Training: Building Muscle VS Toning.................................B6 Help! I Need Some New Friends.........B7 Yoga for the Busy Student...................B9 3 Cool Things That Happen While You Sleep.....................B10 RX Safely ...............................................B10 What Is HIIT? ........................................B10 SexTalk: HPV Vaccine Update .............B11
LIVING WILD! SPRING 2020 WILDCAT EDITION
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SURPRISING WAYS ARIZONA STUDENTS
MANAGE STRESS
By Carrie Johnson, MEd, CHES, Health Educator, Sr.
Stress is part of life and if you’re feeling stressed out, you’re not alone. You may be surprised (and hopefully inspired) by some of the ways your fellow Wildcats manage their stress.
Unplug. Take a break from your
phone, computer, iPad, and TV. If this seems daunting, try starting out with short breaks and work your way up to longer ones. Yes, it can be done and you will survive.
Talk It Out. Life is stressful
and sometimes you just need to
vent. Talking with friends, or a more objective source such as a counselor, can be just what you need.
gym, or practicing yoga, exercise is the leading way Arizona students manage their stress.
Break It down. Sometimes what is stressing us out is that we have so much to do! Decrease your stress by making a To Do list and then start at the top and check things off as you go. Pro tip: break down big “to dos” into smaller, more manageable pieces.
Sleep. The benefits of sleep are enormous, including its natural ability to aid in stress management.
Go Outside. Get away from your
Let It Go. You can’t change the
usual surroundings and take a break in nature!
Stay Active. Whether it’s going for
a hike, a run, riding a bike, going to the
Find A Hobby. Cook. Read. Sing. Journal. Draw. Color. Craft. Do whatever makes you happy! past, but you can change the future. Your energy will be better served by focusing on how you can move forward rather than ruminating about the past.
Sometimes, stress can be overwhelming. If you are having a difficult time managing your stress, contact CAPS at (520) 621-3334.
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Wednesday, March 4 - Tuesday, March 10, 2020 How do you feel after scrolling through Instagram, Snapchat, or Facebook? It may depend on your self-awareness and the reasons you view certain platforms/apps. When you use social media as a tool to build or strengthen connections with others, you will likely feel more positive about yourself and the world around you. Most people are happy seeing photos of their friends’ amazing adventures and successes. And, getting “likes” in your notifications can release dopamine, the brain chemical, which gives you a physical/mental lift! However, if you use social media as a measuring stick, it may create feelings of envy and lower self-esteem. You might fall into the trap of comparing yourself to others and assume that everyone else is better off than you (even though it’s a faulty assumption). In one study, people who spent the most time on Facebook, felt WORSE after using it.
Reality check: People post the best stuff that hap-
pened that day or week. What you see on social media is often carefully crafted, staged, filtered, and edited to look GREAT! #blessed
SOCIAL MEDIA: What’s In It For Me?
By Lee Ann Hamilton, MA, CHES, Assistant Director Health Promotion
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For most of us, real day-to-day life is often dull, repetitious, and frustrating. #thestruggleisreal Remind yourself that the posts and photos you see are usually highlights. Few people post images of the drudgery and disappointments of daily life. If you find yourself feeling worse after looking at your “go to” platform (and you’re not alone if you do) you would be wise to limit your time on it. Put the phone (or computer lid) down. Walk away! Find ways to foster good feelings: reading, yoga, nature, music, shared meals, exercise, or hanging out with friends (in person)! Chances are, you’ll “LIKE” it!
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Take a TECH BREAK.
Red Cup Q&A: What Is A Blackout? A “blackout” is a period of memory loss for events that transpired while drinking alcohol. This occurs because alcohol suppresses the activity of memory receptors in your brain. With low doses of alcohol, these receptors slow down, and with higher doses, they shut down almost completely. Basically, memory receptors in your brain get blocked with excessive alcohol intake. It’s not that you are forgetting what happened; you are actually not even forming the memory. There are two different categories of blackouts. One occurs when your memory is spotty, and you may be able to remember “bits and pieces” of your night out, but not all of it. The other is when you cannot remember any of your drinking episode. Why is this a problem? Blackouts usually occur when you engage in heavy drinking within a short period of time, which is dangerous. During a blackout you may not be in control of what you
are doing, and you may not be able to give consent to things you wouldn’t do if sober. You don’t even realize you are blacked out until you start to sober up, usually the next morning. Others don’t know you are blacked out either because you are awake during the episode. Although you may appear intoxicated, you are still functioning in that you remember who you are, your friend’s names, where you live, etc.
. s s e L o D h s i l p m o c Ac More.
How to Avoid a Blackout
Determine in advance how many drinks you will have. Pace yourself. Don’t drink a lot of alcohol in a short period of time. Keep track of what you drink. This means no pulls from the bottle; instead drink beer or wine, or make your own mixed drink. Eat before you go out. Drink water before, during and after drinking alcohol to avoid blackouts and hangovers.
Red Cup Q&A is written by the Health Promotion staff at UA Campus Health
By Carrie Johnson, MEd, CHES
With all of the demands on our time, many of us resort to multitasking. While multitasking may seem like a good idea, it actually divides our attention, slows us down, increases mistakes and stress, and even hurts our relationships. Follow these tips to accomplish more by doing less.
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Technology allows us to be connected 24/7 but that doesn’t mean we have to be. Whether you’re socializing with friends or studying, be present in the moment and put away tech distractions. This will allow for more meaningful conversations and relationships and a greater learning experience.
TREAT YOURSELF after completing a task. Facebook, texting, hunger, socializing, and other distractions make for a great incentive to get tasks done. Allow yourself to have short breaks after checking off a task on your todo list. This will help you focus your energy and be more productive on the task at hand.
EXERCISE. From going for a walk, lifting weights, taking a fitness class, and practicing yoga there are lots of ways to be active. All of these activities reduce your stress, boost your mood, increase your energy, and help you sleep better!
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TRICKS
Q: What’s the top mental health problem for college students? A: Anxiety!
Anxiety
According to recent studies, nearly one in six college students have been diagnosed with/ treated for anxiety and more than 20% report that anxiety affects their academic performance. And right here at the University of Arizona, more than 60% of the students surveyed at Counseling & Psych Services (CAPS) said they came in for help with anxiety. If tension, worry, or even panic get in your way, know that you’re not alone and there’s something you can do about it. Try these 5 tricks to deal with anxiety:
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By Leslie Ralph, Ph.D.
1. BREATHE. Take a
deep breath from your belly and exhale slowly to calm down and refocus your mind.
2. THINK SMALLER.
If you’re overwhelmed or stuck, break up large problems or tasks into concrete, bite-sized chunks.
3. WHAT NOW (NOT WHAT IF). If you’re
stuck in “what if,” worried thinking, refocus on what information, resources, and solutions are available to you now.
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4. MOVE. Take breaks
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5. BE KIND TO YOURSELF. If you’re hard on
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yourself or worried about what others think, give yourself a big dose of kindness by remembering your strengths and encouraging yourself in a tough situation.
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HUNGRY
Humans experience hunger in a variety of ways. We don’t always stop to take the time to think about it, so let’s explore together! When we are stuck in diet culture, some think that being hungry is a bad thing. In truth, being hungry is NORMAL! It’s your body asking for something it needs, kind of like needing to go to the bathroom. What emotions or thoughts come up when we think we are hungry? Some examples could be fear, worry, question, and/or wonder. If we are really used to dieting, tracking our intake or creating a rigid “lifestyle” change, needing to stop and eat isn’t always welcomed.
Eat breakfast. This early
bird no-brainer can feel out of place for a night owl since breakfast is more like lunch. Regardless of the time on the clock, eat within 60-90 minutes of waking because waiting too long can lead to overeating later on. Late-risers tend to eat less protein and more
ARE YOU?
Hunger is sometimes stressful, “I don’t have time to stop and eat”, “I just ate, why do I need to eat again”, “I am not sure what even is good for me to eat right now.” These are all some inner thoughts or examples that come up when hunger strikes. A good question to start with might be. What does hunger even feel like? Do we know what hunger feels like in our own bodies, or do we only know what being ravenous or «starving» feels like. Well, if you were taught to ignore hunger, or cover it up with water, coffee or other distractions, then you might only recognize extreme hunger. So, let’s talk the FOUR types of
3 NUTRITION TIPS for Night Owls Humans If early-to-bed, early-to-rise isn’t your thing, consider yourself a night owl. Night owls not only tend to hit their stride later in the day, they eat more food later in the day. According to a 2017 Finnish study, early birds and night owls eat about the same amount of total daily calories, but owls eat less protein and more sugar, fat and alcohol, especially on weekends. They also consume 20% of total calories after 8pm--an eating pattern associated with increased risk of weight gain and heart disease. Here are three ways night owls can fly right to avoid health and diet pitfalls.
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sugar and fat, so aim for a combo of nuts or yogurt with fruit, a fiber rich cereal with milk, or eggs and whole grain toast to kick off your day.
Limit alcohol. On average, night
owls drink twice as much as early birds, which can result in weight gain and poor food choices. Limit the total amount of alcohol, be sure to account for the 100-150 calories in each serving, and avoid late night drive-through burritos to help control weight!
Find the right pattern. Our
society may seem better suited for morning types, but a night owl’s health can thrive in an early bird’s world! Figure out what works best for you with respect to mealtimes and exercise. Eating a heavy meal at the end of the day? Try eating your largest meal in the middle of the day. Have more energy at night? Hit the treadmill or the pool after dark. When it comes to improving health, one size does not fit all!
NutriNews is written by the Health Promotion staff at UA Campus Health
hunger and then maybe we can give ourselves a little grace. 1. Physical hunger: I can feel it in my stomach or my body in general. 2. Brain hunger: Eating for more psychological or practical reasons, not physical ones (eating at a certain time or at a party, when food looks or sounds good, but you’re not physically hungry). 3. Heart hunger: This one is more about emotions, eating to soothe or to celebrate. 4. Taste hunger: Wanting a specific taste or “feeling” like tasting something sweet.
Now that you know these, know that no one type is better than the other and they don’t always happen independently. I can be physically hungry and desire a specific food based on my thoughts (physical + brain hunger). Consider getting curious about what types of hunger you honor or don’t throughout the day. This might be an opportunity to learn about our patterns. Happy eating! Reference: Intuitive Eating book by Evelyn Tribole and Vincci Tsui’s The Mindful Eating Workbook, a lovely compliment to an Intuitive Eating practice.
NutriNews is written by the Health Promotion staff at UA Campus Health
SNACKS: SOME GOOD IDEAS By Sarah Marrs, RDN, MS
Healthy snacks are essential for busy college students. They provide opportunities to eat health-promoting foods throughout the day while keeping your appetite in check! Here are a few quick snack ideas:
ALWAYS A GOOD IDEA •Whole grain crackers and hummus • Greek yogurt drizzled with honey • Apple slices and natural peanut butter • Cherry tomatoes or grapes and string cheese • Homemade trail mix: 1 c. cheerios, ¼ c. raisins, ¼ c. nuts • 5 small pretzels with 1 Baby Bel® cheese • Whole grain toast and peanut butter with 1 cup low-fat or fat-free milk
SOMETIMES A GOOD IDEA • Sweets and desserts such as doughnuts,
cookies, ice cream, candy, or chocolate bars • Muffins or pastries • Sugary cereals or pop-tarts • High fat foods such as potato chips, french fries, or other fried foods • Highly processed foods such as microwave chicken nuggets or pizza rolls
This list is by no means exhaustive. Use your imagination to create your own snack favorites. As with everything, moderation is the key to smart snacking. If you are going to indulge in less nutrient-dense snacks, consider having them sometimes versus daily.
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What’s Your
6 WAYS
FITNESS IQ? You’re Probably Sleeping Wrong By Campus Recreation Staff Member
Take this test and see where you rank! 1. There are 5 components of fitness. Which of the following isn’t one? A. Body composition B. Aerobic exercise C. Flexibility D. Warm up E. Muscular strength F. Muscular endurance
2. How many cardio sessions should you aim for each week? A. 1-2 B. At least 3 C. Every day
3. How much water should you drink during a workout? A. Whenever you feel thirsty B. Depends on how hard you work out C. 8 ounces every 15-20 minutes D. 16 ounces every 15-20 minutes
4. When is the best time to stretch? A. Before you workout B. After you workout C. Any time of the day
Fitness IQ Answers: 1 - D. You should consider these 5 compo-
nents of fitness when creating your fitness program: body composition, aerobic fitness, flexibility, muscular strength, and muscular endurance. Not sure where to start? We’ve got Certified Personal Trainers that can help you out!
2 - B. When it comes to cardio, aim for a
minimum of 3 days per week with no more than 2 days between sessions. Campus Rec’s Group Fitness pass can help you achieve this fitness goal with classes every day of the week!
3 - C. During one hour of vigorous exercise,
the average person loses one quart of water through sweat! You stay hydrated by drinking water before, during, and after your workout.
4 - B. You should always warm up your
muscles before you stretch to prevent injury.
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It used to be that when you were tired, you went to bed. What could be easier than that? Well, apparently killing time in the bottomless content of our phones, Snapchat, and Netflix. Think about this: right now, there are more reasons to stay up and swipe than ever before. That’s a problem because there are too many aspects of our health that depend on getting enough good quality sleep. Here are 6 ways you’re probably sleeping wrong – and what you can do about it, starting tonight: 1) Less is less. Most of us need
7-9 hours each night. If you are getting less (and there’s a good chance you are) you need to build more sleep time into your schedule. 2) Inconsistency. If you have different bed and wake times throughout the week, that irregularity plays havoc with your sleep schedule. Go to bed and wake up at roughly the same time, every day of the week. Sound hard? Not compared to studying, working, and playing without enough quality sleep. 3) Bringing your phone to bed. Need we say more?
By David Salafsky, MPH, Director Health Promotion
4) Using an alarm to wake up. It seems crazy, but if you are getting enough sleep, you won’t need to set a morning alarm on your phone. Pro-tip: try this on weekends first. 5) Long naps. If you wake from a nap wondering what day (or year) it is, you’re napping too long. Short power naps (10 min.) are best, but are not a substitute for getting enough sleep at night. 6) Treating sleep as a luxury. Sorry, but sleep is kind of a big deal. Treat it as such and you will reap its rewards: better health, better mood, and better focus. Can Snapchat do that?
WEIGHT TRAINING: Building Muscle VS Toning By Jacob Minnis, Fitness & Wellness Coordinator, Campus Recreation Toning has been a buzzword in fitness since the dawn of time, but when asked what toning means, many people draw a blank. Most people visualize toning as an increase in muscular definition. Our muscles can do two things: get bigger (hypertrophy) or get smaller (atrophy). There is no difference between “toning” the muscle and having muscle size increase. The word toning is used instead of muscle building because some might have a fear of muscular size and getting too “bulky”, which I can tell you, is not very easy to do. In order to see more muscular definition, there either needs to be an increase in muscle mass, or a decrease in body fat. To decrease body fat, individuals should adjust their diet accordingly with regular physical activity. If you are looking to increase muscle mass, there are multiple methods; the one most researched is 2-5 sets of 10-15 repetitions with a weight that is challenging in that range. The health benefits associated with gaining muscle mass are numerous. Demonizing muscle building for any gender or body can cause negative body image issues in society. Instead, we should think of gaining muscle as positive and encourage individuals to participate in any form of exercise they enjoy.
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HELP!
I Need Some New Friends
By Lee Ann Hamilton, MA, CHES, Assistant Director Health Promotion Ever feel annoyed after hanging out with your friends? Do you feel like your friends are bringing you down? Are they “taking” more than “giving”? Many first year students easily make new friends when arriving on campus, only to learn they don’t enjoy their new acquaintances as much as they did at the beginning of UA life. If that’s how you’re feeling, it may be time for you to change directions and make some new connections. But, how? You’ll increase your chances of meeting and making new friends by pushing yourself outside your comfort zone. Make an effort to go to events on campus (athletic events, residence hall events, music recitals, Mall events, free movies, etc.). Get a job on campus. Join a club. Talk to people in your classes. Invite a classmate to grab lunch at the Union. Set up a study group. Go discover the turtle pond! Making the first invitation may seem intimidating, however, it can be the first step to a lasting friendship.
If you live with your family or live in a house off-campus, it’s more challenging to meet people and will require more energy on your part. Push yourself to try new activities and visit new places on campus. Make it a point to “hang out” on campus for an hour or two, rather than leaving right when classes are over. It’s clear that you aren’t going to meet new people if you stay at home in your room or walk around campus with earbuds in, staring at your phone. Unplug from technology and dare to make meaningful personal connections. It’s what humans crave. Your “future friends” are out there! Look for them wherever you see students: in classes, at jobs, in groups, at events, etc. You have everything to gain and, in the words of the great Wayne Gretzky, hockey player, “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.”
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As a student, it can be easy to get bogged down in the school grind and not take the necessary time to relax and unwind from your crazy schedule. Although yoga is great for improving flexibility, balance, and strength, it can also improve your posture, increase your blood flow, boost your immunity, regulate your adrenal glands, and help you focus and sleep better! If you find yourself crunched for time but still needing to relax and unwind between classes and group project meetings, give these quick yoga poses a try.
CAT & COW These poses will help mobilize your spine creating an increase in energy. Be sure to keep your knees directly under your hips and your hands directly under your shoulders. Work on creating a deeper curve through your spine each time you switch from cat to cow and back.
PIGEON This move helps to counteract the tight hips we get from sitting throughout the day. This stretch should be felt on the outside of the hip of the leg that is in front. Keeping hips level, lower your upper body towards the floor to deepen the stretch.
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This pose will release tension through the backs of the legs and increase blood flow to your brain. Make sure your hips lift towards the sky and you push evenly through both hands. Try bending one knee at a time to deepen the stretch on the other leg. Continue to switch as if marching your feet.
As with any yoga practice, much of the benefit comes from focusing on your breathing. So throughout all of these poses, be sure to pay attention to your inhales and exhales making them slow and controlled. Deep, focused breathing helps to increase your vital energy and calm your nervous system.
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that happen when you
SLEEP
Here are some tips to RxSafely: • ASK the Campus Health Phar-
macy if you have questions regarding your medication (OTC or prescription): patient education is always free!
• TAKE your medications as pre-
scribed. Do not share prescription medications with others – this can have unintended consequences (such as overdose), and is illegal.
By Carrie Johnson, MEd, CHES
Getting enough sleep each night is just plain awesome for your emotional and physical health. So what really goes on while we sleep? A lot. Here are 3 of the many cool things that happen while we sleep: 1. MEMORIES ARE STORED. The brain forms new memories, consolidates older ones, and makes connections between older and more recent memories. This helps us to store the new information we received and enables us to better recall it later. 2. IMMUNE SYSTEM IS BOOSTED. The production of certain proteins (which helps fight disease) increase while we sleep. Many studies have shown that sleep deprivation leads to a decrease in white blood cell count (cells that are integral to our immune system defense and response). Getting enough sleep plays an important role in our ability to fight off, fight, and recover from infections and illnesses. 3. APPETITE IS REGULATED Hormones have an effect on our feelings of fullness and hunger. As a result, not getting enough sleep can lead to weight gain, in part due to late night snacks and meals. Experts recommend getting between 7-9 hours of sleep per night. In a perfect world, you would sleep until you wake up on your own (without the assistance of an alarm clock). But since we don’t live in a perfect world, try these tips to help you sleep better!
GET GOOD SLEEP. BENEFITS: • • • • •
Improves stress management Sharpens concentration & memory Boosts immune system Enhances emotional & physical health Increases energy
TIPS: • • • • •
Engage in regular physical activity Avoid late-day caffeine & nicotine Keep regular waking & bedtime hours Sleep in a dark, quiet room Keep naps short (45 minutes or less)
• DISPOSE of expired, unwanted
or unused medications safely in the Campus Health Pharmacy disposal box – no questions asked!
Why RxSafely? When improperly stored or disposed, medications: • flushed in the toilet or dumped down the drain can leach into the water supply, affecting municipal drinking water, seafood or crops. • thrown in the trash can harm children, pets and/or wildlife by accidental poisoning. • in unsecured locations (for example, unlocked medicine cabinets or desk drawers) are prone to misuse or unintentional overdose. We are happy to answer your questions regarding medications, safe disposal practices, and what types/ forms of medications are accepted in the Prescription Drop Box. For more information, please visit, or call (520) 621-6516.
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The Campus Health Pharmacy, located on the ground floor of the Highland Commons Building, is available for your prescription (over 400 available) and over-the-counter (OTC) needs.
What Is HIIT? HIIT stands for High Intensity Interval Training. This style of training combines timed periods of intense effort with timed periods of recovery. HIIT has been shown to improve aerobic and anaerobic fitness levels, blood pressure, cardiovascular health, and reduce abdominal fat and body weight while maintaining muscle mass. Due to their high level of intensity, HIIT workouts are shorter than traditional, steady-state cardio sessions. Although HIIT workouts are shorter in length, they have been shown to burn more calories than longer, lower intensity cardio workouts, mostly due to the calories that are continuously burned after the HIIT workout is complete.
How to design a HIIT workout: • HIGH-INTENSITY INTERVAL: In this interval, you should be working between 80-95% of your max heart rate. This can be easily measured using a MyZone heart rate monitoring chest strap ($80 at UA Campus Rec). The MyZone chest strap provides much more accurate readings than a wrist heart rate monitor and should be used for the most reliable
measurement of working heart rate. This high-intensity interval could range from 10 seconds to 2 minutes in length.
• RECOVERY INTERVAL: In this interval, heart rate should fall between 40-50% of your max heart rate. This allows the body to recover and prepare for the next bout of high intensity work. • PUTTING IT TOGETHER: High-intensity intervals are paired with recovery intervals in ratios. The work-to-rest ratio can be 1:1, 1:2, 1:3, etc. For example, a 1:2 ratio could consist of a person completing 30 seconds of squat jumps followed by 60 seconds of rest. This would be repeated as many times as desired (typically 3-5 times total).
HIIT workouts are quick and efficient making them a great addition to any fitness routine. Begin by slowly adding intervals into your workouts and have fun adjusting the ratio, working exercise, and total rounds completed. You’ll never get bored with HIIT as the combinations are endless! Need help getting started? Check out a HIIT Group Fitness class at UA Campus Recreation!
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HPV VACCINE UPDATE The vaccine to protect against Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is called Gardasil®-9. If you’ve already received the 3 shots of the original Gardasil® vaccine, you do not need any further Gardasil shots. HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the US. Most genital warts are caused by HPV infection. There are 30-40 subtypes of HPV which can be sexually transmitted and affect the genital area. Gardasil-9 protects against 9 types of HPV. It continues to protect against the four HPV types found in Gardasil plus an additional five. This allows the vaccine to protect against 90% of the strains that cause cervical cancer, vulvar cancer, anal cancer, and genital warts. The vaccine will not protect against types to which the individual has already been exposed. Females who receive either type of Gardasil vaccine should still continue to have cervical cancer screenings, starting at age 21.
The FDA’s recommended target population for Gardasil-9 includes females 9-26 years old and males 9-21 years old. Ideally, Gardasil-9 should be given prior to sexual contact and possible exposure to HPV. Students 27 years old or older should discuss with their doctor whether or not to get the vaccine. Gardasil-9 is available at UA Campus Health. It is a highly effective vaccine given as three injections over a 6-month period to help prevent HPV infection. Developed by Merck, Gardasil-9 shots are given in the upper arm. Check with your insurance provider to determine if Gardasil-9 will be covered for you. Insurance benefits vary from one company to the next, so each shot may be covered in full (you pay nothing) or cost up to $178 per shot. No insurance? Merck has an assistance plan that will reduce the cost. For more info, visit www.cdc.gov or www.merckvaccines.com.
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