Workplace pandemic protocols impact employee behavior outside work
A WSU study found that employer COVID‑19 safety measures influenced worker precautions even when they were not on the clock.
Health & Medicine
WSU Tri‑Cities to host public COVID‑19 vaccination clinic
The University is partnering with Rite Aid once again to host public COVID‑19 vaccination clinics on campus, May 19 and June 9.
WSU pharmacy graduates lead residency matches in Washington state
This year, 47 students seeking a pharmacy residency matched, up from 41 last year. Residencies are highly sought-after positions to help pharmacists gain experience and hone their skills.
WSU’s new WADDL facility advances animal and human health
The high‑tech facility serves growing local and global demand for diagnostics and disease surveillance to protect animal health and public health.
Petting therapy dogs enhances thinking skills of stressed students
WSU research found that programs exclusively focused on petting therapy dogs improved stressed-out college students’ thinking and planning skills more effectively than traditional stress-management programs.
College of Medicine receives accreditation for first rural residency program in Pullman
The program, which will welcome its first residents in summer 2022, will host three residents per year for a total of nine residents when fully implemented.
Pulse oximeters more useful in COVID screening for older adults
A new commentary by WSU nursing professors proposes that a pulse oximeter be used instead of a temperature check as an indicator of COVID‑19 infection in older adults.
Touch as a form of care
Nurses can transform touch into a useful therapeutic tool to improve the wellbeing of patients and themselves.
WSU Everett partners with EvCC, Tulalip Tribes for vaccine clinic
The first of two scheduled clinics is set for Saturday, April 24. All participants must set an appointment using their official WSU email address.
Cougar Health Services offering diagnostic testing during summer semester
Although students taking classes during the summer session in Pullman will not have to participate in arrival testing, they will have to abide by public health and safety requirements such as wearing facial coverings.
