Revised August 10
The HOOS Health Check app is now available in the Apple and Google Play stores. This easy-to-use tool will help members of the UVA community remain aware of their health and...
FAQ
Do I need to do a daily health check?
I've just learned that someone in my department has COVID, what do I do?
Please review this document: What To Do If Someone Around Me Tests Positive for COVID-19
It will not be appropriate to send mass emails or messages communicating positive results to departments...
I would like to have visitors complete a health check? Where is the paper form?
How do I reach Employee Health?
You can reach Employee Health via telephone (434-924-2013) or email (employeehealth@virginia.edu)
Will the students go through a wellness attestation every morning asking them to check for symptoms?
Yes, all students, faculty, and staff must complete a wellness attestation every day before coming to Grounds. The attestation procedure and app will be released in coming weeks.
Can we get an electronic thermometer and check students’ temperature prior to entering the room?
No, faculty and students will be asked to use the Hoos Health Check app/website. It will be inappropriate for any faculty member to require or request that students check their temperature with a...
Will we be able to check the Hoos Health Check app as students come into the lab make sure they have self-attested to having no symptoms?
We do not recommend requiring students to show their app before entering the lab. This will be considered a privacy violation. However, reminding students to complete their daily attestation via the...
What should I do if I feel sick or have to quarantine?
- If at any point you begin to feel ill, please call Employee Health [434-924-2013] immediately. If you are home, do not come on Grounds; if you are on Grounds, please return home.
- If you have...
What should I do if student is sick?
If a student tells you that they are feeling ill:
Please ask them to stay home and contact Student Health, [434-924-5362; 434-297-4261 After Hours]. If they hesitate, kindly remind than that...