Public Health
Public health is the science of protecting and improving the health of students, faculty and staff to give everyone a safe place to learn and work.
At MATC, we achieve this by promoting healthy lifestyles, minimizing injuries and responding to medical crises that affect our community.
Public health improves quality of life, helps everyone thrive, reduces suffering and saves money.
Public Health Staff
Josie Veal, Ph.D.,RN,
APNP-BC
Public Health Officer
Jackie Day
Community Health Navigator
Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin
Contact us
Contact us for a virtual or in-person appointment by using the EAB Navigate link: https://matc.campus.eab.com/pal/hmfiEUvY3U
MORE INFORMATION
COVID-19
On this page you will find information related to the COVID-19 pandemic and how MATC is responding. MATC is committed to the health and safety of students and employees as well as student success during this challenging time. As a college community, we are all in this together.
Monkeypox
Monkeypox is a rare disease caused by infection with the monkeypox virus. Monkeypox virus is part of the same family of viruses as variola virus, the virus that causes smallpox. Monkeypox symptoms are similar to smallpox symptoms, but milder, and monkeypox is rarely fatal. Monkeypox is not related to chickenpox.
NARCAN
NARCAN (naloxone) — medication that can save the life of someone experiencing an opioid overdose — is now available at all MATC campuses and the Education Center at Walker’s Square. This is a proactive step to continue to ensure the safety of everyone in the MATC community.
Norovirus and Influenza
Norovirus and influenza are both highly contagious viruses that can cause significant illness.
Respiratory Season
Respiratory season typically starts around November, peaks in January or February, and ends in late March or early April. During this time, colds, infections and sinusitis are common. If you are sick, limit contact with others as much as possible to keep from infecting them.
Student Right to KNow
MATC is required by law to make available to enrolled and prospective students and their parents certain information about its operations, including drug and alcohol prevention services.
Student Health Resources
MATC Health and Wellness team offers a variety of resources to support student health education and promote self-care.