Recommended Health Websites

We've selected the following websites because they offer reliable information and useful features. They are sponsored by reputable organizations and are for the most part non-commercial.

As you explore health topics via the internet, please keep in mind that many websites are not reliable and that no website is a substitute for the advice of licensed medical professionals.

Annual Gynecologic Exam

Individuals age 21 and older who have breasts, ovaries and/or uterus should have an annual gynecological exam, which may include a pelvic exam and a Pap test.

Sleep

The amount of sleep that a college student gets is one of the strongest predictors of academic success.

STI Assessment

Learn how you can get assessed for sexually transmitted infections.

Tuberculosis and Testing

Tuberculosis is caused by TB bacteria. It usually affects the lungs. It can also affect other body parts such as the brain, kidneys or spine. There are two types of tuberculosis (TB) testing - skin and blood.

UHS Prepaid Plan

U-M students between semesters and recent alumni, among others, are eligible to purchase a Prepaid Plan for access to UHS services.

Medical Amnesty 

To better ensure that minors at medical risk as a result of alcohol intoxication or drug overdose will receive prompt and appropriate medical attention, the State of Michigan provides for medical amnesty to remove perceived barriers to calling for or seeking help.