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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Contagious respiratory illnesses like COVID-19, influenza and RSV spread throughout the United States in December.

Chicago area hospitals maintain mask mandates amid spread of respiratory illnesses

January 23, 2024

As contagious respiratory illnesses — particularly COVID-19, influenza and RSV — began spreading this winter season, several healthcare facilities in Evanston and the Chicago area reinstated their...

The Northwestern Chapter of AFSP is planning to hold a community walk tentatively scheduled for early May.

NU suicide prevention club aims to bring awareness, support for mental health on campus

January 21, 2024

Content Warning: This article contains mentions of mental illness and suicide.  In addition to being roommates and best friends, Communication senior Gretchen Raedle and Weinberg senior Julia Winck...

Make the best use of your health care options on campus with the help of this brief guide.

Healthy and happy: A guide to NU health care resources

August 9, 2023

The infamous freshman flu — along with illnesses like strep throat, mononucleosis or something as unoriginal as a really bad cold — threaten every incoming freshman class, as well as other undergraduate...

Three vaccines against various blue backgrounds.

NU to discontinue COVID-19 protocols including vaccine requirement, isolation housing and on-campus testing

April 27, 2023

Northwestern will incorporate its remaining COVID-19 protocols into broader health operations beginning June 13, according to a University news release.  Starting this summer, the University will discontinue...

A drawing of two hands cupping a red heart with a rainbow infinity sign.

NU faculty commemorate Autism Acceptance Month with research, education

April 17, 2023

April marks the start of Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month, which is dedicated to promoting inclusion and understanding of autistic people. At Northwestern, faculty are continuing to make strides in...

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