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Welcome Parents of Villanova Students

With the important role that parents play in the lives of their children, it seems fitting for Villanova to assist you in getting comfortable with our community during your student's years here at Villanova.  On this web site, you will find resources that are available for both parents and students. Feel free to email us at parents@villanova.edu.

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Update from Health Center sent to all students

Dear Students-

As often happens on college campuses in the winter months, we have recently had many students sick with an illness that causes nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Some people may additionally have a low-grade fever, chills, headache, and fatigue. There have been some rumors but, in fact, the illness appears to be due to a virus. It begins suddenly, and is usually brief, with symptoms lasting one or two days. While the illness is not serious, people may feel very sick and vomit many times a day; the virus is contagious. When people are ill, they should drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration, which is the related concern.

People can become infected with the virus in several ways including:

  • Touching surfaces or objects contaminated with the virus, and then placing their hand in their mouth, or
  • Having direct contact with another person who is infected and showing symptoms (for example, when caring for someone with the illness, or sharing foods or eating utensils with someone who is ill).

You can decrease your chance of becoming ill by following these preventative steps:

  • Frequently WASHING YOUR HANDS especially after bathroom visits,
  • Thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting contaminated surfaces after an episode of illness, using a bleach-based household cleaner,
  • Removing and washing clothing or linens that may be contaminated with virus after an episode of illness (using hot water and soap), and
  • Not sharing food or drink with those who are or have been sick.

Of course, the Health Center continues to be available to serve you on a 24-hour basis. (610) 519-4070.

Dr. Mary McGonigle
Director, Student Health Center

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