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6/4/20 | 9:00 am | Safety Signage Created for Campus Use
June 4, 2020There has been a variety of safety signs created for use around the campus. Attached is a document providing examples of the various sign types. If you need to order additional signs for your work area, select the sign type using the attached guide she …
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5/29/20 | 7:30am | UT Health Parking & Shuttle Services
May 29, 2020Parking Operations: Due to COVID-19, the Parking Office relaxed parking policies in late March. Effective June 1, 2020, all UT Health campuses and facilities will be returning to zone specific parking. You must park in your correct zone Mon through Fri …
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5/27/20 | 3:30 pm | President Henrich’s Return-to-Campus Planning Message from May 1
May 27, 2020UT Health San Antonio has begun its planning efforts for some portion of the workforce to return to campus. This effort will occur over the next several months and will occur in phases. More of Dr. Henrich’s message can be found here.
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5/25/20 | 12:30pm | Helpful CDC Decision Tree to Support Safe Return-to-Campus Planning
May 26, 2020UT Health San Antonio has implemented the recommended CDC guidelines for the workplace institution-wide including screening, masking and sanitation. The purpose of this CDC tool is to assist managers and leaders in making return-to-campus decisions to …
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5/21/20 | 9:15 am | Safety Precautions for Visitors on Campus
May 21, 2020In order to protect our UT Health San Antonio community, we are taking the following steps related to visitors on campus. See document attached.
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5/18/20 | 5:48 pm | Screening Locations Update
May 19, 2020Starting May 19, the McDermott Clinical Science Building located on the Greehey Campus will be the screening location for employees/researchers assigned to the Research Administration Building and McDermott Clinical Science Building. Screeners will be …
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5/17/20 | COVID-19 Safety Precautions and Testing Practices for UT Health San Antonio Employees
May 18, 2020Summary Many safety precautions have been implemented at UT Health to avoid the spread of COVID-19. Additional details can be found at https://wp.uthscsa.edu/coronavirus. In addition, testing protocols have been implemented for employees and students …
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5/15/20 | 11:35 a.m. | Don’t forget your mask!
May 15, 2020Face masks are required at all times in all public spaces on campus. A growing number of people are leaving their work area or building without putting on a mask. UT Health San Antonio does not have enough personal protective equipment to re-issue mask …
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5/8/20 | Facility Sanitation and Enhanced Housekeeping Protocols as Phased Return-To-Campus Plan Continues
May 8, 2020Facility configuration and sanitation protocols along with enhanced housekeeping are part of several strategies being implemented to support a safe return-to-campus process that will be executed over the next several months. For specific cleaning proto …
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5/7/20 | Cleaning Kit Availability and Instructions | Virex Mycolio Application Instructions
May 7, 2020In addition to the frequent sanitization of high-touch services in each building, Facilities Management also has available cleaning kits to enable cleaning of surfaces within each department. Instructions for these very effective cleaning solutions, li …
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5/6/20 | What to expect when returning to campus (infographic)
May 6, 2020As we begin a phased return-to-campus plan, this infographic shares what to expect when you return to campus and safety practices in place to protect all of us. Significant safety efforts are in place as we return to campus, but the main and most effec …
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05/05/20 | Guidelines for Resuming Research Operations at UT Health San Antonio
May 6, 2020The UT Health San Antonio research community is to make a phased return-to-campus plan starting May 7, 2020, while ensuring safety and maintaining public health requirements. Please keep in mind that ramping up research does not mean all resources and …
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6/4/20 | 9:00 am | Safety Signage Created for Campus Use
June 4, 2020There has been a variety of safety signs created for use around the campus. Attached is a document providing examples of the various sign types. If you need to order additional signs for your work area, select the sign type using the attached guide she …
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6/3/20 | 5:00 pm | Benefits Questions Answered
June 3, 2020Benefits questions answered: Refunds not available for dental and vision insurance Q: I haven’t been able to use my dental or vision insurance while my provider’s office has been closed. Can I cancel my coverage, get a refund, or roll my unused benefit …
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5/29/20 | 7:30am | UT Health Parking & Shuttle Services
May 29, 2020Parking Operations: Due to COVID-19, the Parking Office relaxed parking policies in late March. Effective June 1, 2020, all UT Health campuses and facilities will be returning to zone specific parking. You must park in your correct zone Mon through Fri …
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5/27/20 | 3:30 pm | President Henrich’s Return-to-Campus Planning Message from May 1
May 27, 2020UT Health San Antonio has begun its planning efforts for some portion of the workforce to return to campus. This effort will occur over the next several months and will occur in phases. More of Dr. Henrich’s message can be found here.
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5/25/20 | 12:30pm | Helpful CDC Decision Tree to Support Safe Return-to-Campus Planning
May 26, 2020UT Health San Antonio has implemented the recommended CDC guidelines for the workplace institution-wide including screening, masking and sanitation. The purpose of this CDC tool is to assist managers and leaders in making return-to-campus decisions to …
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5/21/20 | Gold’s Gym Refund Information
May 22, 2020Dear UT Health San Antonio Students: We know the last two months have been incredibly difficult, both academically and personally. We want to express our profound appreciation for the strength and resiliency you have demonstrated during this difficult …
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5/21/20 | 9:15 am | Safety Precautions for Visitors on Campus
May 21, 2020In order to protect our UT Health San Antonio community, we are taking the following steps related to visitors on campus. See document attached.
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5/20/20 | CARES Act Grant | Help for Accessing Forms
May 20, 2020Open a new internet browser that is different from the internet browser you use for your Livemail email (e.g., if you are using Google Chrome for Livemail, use Firefox for this process). After opening a new internet browser, go to the UT Health San Ant …
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Preventive Actions
Stop the spread of germs and disease by taking simple to follow measures, including:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or use an alcohol-based hand rub
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick
- Stay home when you are sick
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using regular household cleaning spray or wipe
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Critical Daily Updates
Dr. David Shelledy speaks about how ventilators work and the need for more respiratory therapist
Dr. David Shelledy, School of Health Professions dean and respiratory therapist, spoke about how ventilators work and the need for more respiratory therapist to TV audiences of both News 4 and Fox 29: News 4 coverage Fox 29 coverage
Long School of Medicine students and faculty collaborate with UTSA to make hand sanitizer
UT Health San Antonio Long School of Medicine students and faculty collaborated with UTSA to make hand sanitizer for health care workers on the front lines Fox 29 coverage News4SA coverage
4/8/20 | 8:25 am | New Policy for All UT Health San Antonio Employees positive for COVID 19
All UT Health San Antonio employees who have had a positive COVID 19 testare required to have a physical examination by a Wellness 360 healthcare provider or their primary healthcare provider before returning to work. Written documentation of the visit …
A balanced perspective on keeping elderly family at nursing homes
Dr. Neela Patel offers a balanced perspective on keeping elderly family at nursing homes. News 4 coverage Fox 29 coverage
Patients who have recovered from COVID-19 must continue to take steps to limit the spread
Dr. Fred Campbell advises viewers that patients who have recovered from COVID-19 must continue to take steps to limit the spread. Read the story on News 4 Read the story on KABB
3/20/19 | 12:25 pm | Faculty, Staff and Student COVID-19 Hotline
A hotline has been established for UT Health faculty, staff and students’ COVID-19 health-related questions: 210-450-8000
3/19/20 | Texas Gov. Abbott Executive Order to Mitigate Spread of COVID-19
Executive orders issued in accordance with federal guidelines
3/19/20 | Preparation for Work from Home
As we prepare plans to work from home, below are the guidelines you need to read through and provide responses as requested. Complete this spreadsheet for your area. Working from home will not occur until we receive UT Health leadership approval. Belo …
Shuttle services suspended
All UT Health shuttle services/routes have been suspended until further notice. Questions: Lt. Carl Boatright at boatright@uthscsa.edu.