Biennial Review Summary 2020
The 2020 Biennial Review Committee composed of faculty, staff, and students met virtually in May and June 2020 to conduct the federally required alcohol and other drug (AOD) policy biennial review. A subcommittee also met to discuss consistency of policy and sanction enforcement as well as how to best document AOD data collection.
Opioids – Fentanyl, Overdoses, and Naloxone
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is sometimes used for pain management in cancer treatment. It is now being found in drugs including heroin, cocaine, counterfeit Xanax, and ecstasy. Even a small amount of Fentanyl could cause an overdose.
Having the Best Music Festival Experience
Watch this webinar presented by Wolverine Wellness! We will be discussing how to have the best music festival experience including general safety, alcohol and other drug safety, and information about Naloxone.
Concussion
Concussion, also called a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), may be caused by a direct or indirect impact to the head, neck, or body, causing a rapid movement of the brain inside the skull. The sudden motion causes a neurochemical disturbance resulting in a range of clinical signs and symptoms. It is important to note that not all concussions result in a loss of consciousness (or “blacking out”).
Cannabis Conversations
What U-M students need to know about cannabis to make informed decisions and reduce harm
COVID-19 | Antigen Testing
At-home rapid (antigen) tests can be taken at home or anywhere. They're easy to use and they produce quick results. You can use these tests regardless of vaccination status, whether or not you have symptoms, or if you have had a known or unknown exposure. See a list of FDA-authorized at-home tests here.
Mpox Updates from Leadership
Messages to the campus community from the U-M Chief Health Officer
- Monitoring the monkeypox virus (8/5/22)
News articles
- Monkeypox: U-M experts discuss symptoms, spread (Michigan News, 8/9/22)