Healthful
Information
Healthful Information is provided for educational purposes on specific health topics. Along the right side you will find links to those health topics. Some outside links are also provided for you. They are references
for health questions and medical resource information. The materials
contained here are not intended to be used for the diagnosis
or treatment of a health problem or as a substitute for consulting
a licensed medical professional.
If you have a question, you can ask our staff by email at doc@usm.edu. And remember you can always stop by Student Health Services or call us at (601) 266-5390 if you have a health concern.
NEW MENIGITiS RECOMMENDATIONS have been released. Learn more about menigitis and these new recommendations.
Alcohol
Alcohol is an issue that all college students face at some time in their college careers even if they choose not to drink.
Visit friendsdrivesober.org for more information or click on the links below.
Facts and Figures
Blood Alcohol Concentration Calculator
Cost of a DUI
Alcohol Poisoning
Recognizing and taking action to help a friend
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Tobacco
Many people want to quit using tobacco but need help doing so. The good news is we can help! Student Health Services' pharmacy can provide you with FREE nicotine replacement products to students who enroll in The Partnership for a Healthy MS Tobacco Quitline Program. For more information or to begin the program stop by our pharmacy located inside Student Health Services or visit The Quit Page.
Our campus has a Partnership for a Healthy MS On Campus Coalition that works to inform and educate Southern Miss students about tobacco use and other health decisions. Click here to learn more about on campus coalitions.
The Southern Miss On Campus Coalition is open to anyone who is interested in encouraging their peers to make healthier decisions. To join or for information on tobacco prevention programming or presentations, contact Student Activities at (601) 266-4403.
Visit tobaccofreeU to get the facts on tobacco, calculate how much you spend on cigarettes, and to learn about secondhand smoke.
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Weight Management, Nutrition and Exercise
Want
to lose Weight?
Calculate
your body mass
Nutrition
Food Guide Pyramid
Exercise
Choosing a safe and successful weight-loss program
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Men's Health Issues
Prostate
cancer
Colorectal
cancer
Testicular
cancer
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Women's Health Issues
Breast
cancer
Emergency Contraception
PAP
smears and cervical cancer
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Sexual Health
Smartersex.org is a premier site on sexual health for college students. Visit the site for information on safe and smart sex, abstinence, healthy relationships, contraception, STDs & infections, and HIV & AIDS.
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