Category: Newsletter Link Outs

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Public Feedback Requested: Proposal for a Washington State Health Insurance Plan for all state residents, regardless of immigration status

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The Washington State Health Exchange is exploring healthcare coverage options for Washington residents who do not currently qualify for state/federal programs. The Exchange is seeking a federal “1332 waiver” which, if approved, would provide access to federally non-subsidized health and dental coverage to all Washington residents starting in plan year 2024. The Exchange says it […]

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Learning Environment Corner: Honor someone with a WWAMI Pro recognition

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Are you working and/or interfacing with individuals in your classroom, clinical, or other learning experiences that are making a positive contribution to your education? If so, submit a WWAMI Pro recognition! WWAMI Pro is a medical student-driven recognition program that aims to empower students to recognize moments when people in your educational environment have made a difference in your learning experience and/or displayed core values, such as inclusion, respect, altruism, accountability, […]

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UW Medicine requires booster shots

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The UW Health Sciences Immunization Program (HSIP) emailed students with an important update regarding COVID-19 booster vaccines.  An increasing number of practicum sites, including UW Medicine facilities, are requiring proof of COVID-19 boosters.  In the likelihood that HSIP students will be required to meet practicum site COVID-19 booster requirements to participate in most health care […]

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How to order N95s

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N95 Order Forms Most SOM clerkship sites will supply students with PPE, including N95 respirators and fit testing if required for patient care activities at that training site. If a clerkship site does NOT provide PPE, the SOM will supply students with N95 respirators, face shields, gowns and procedure masks UPON REQUEST. Please contact somcompl@uw.edu […]

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