COVID-19 Resources

• The State of Minnesota offers free rapid at-home COVID-19 test kits. Use the link to find testing locations. 

• Boynton Health provides free testing to University students, staff, and faculty at the Recreation and Wellness Center on the East Bank of the Twin Cities campus. Follow these steps:

  • Book an appointment through Boynton Health’s Patient Portal.

  • If you need to be evaluated for severe symptoms or need help with the Patient Portal, call Boynton Health at 612-625-3222.

The University of Minnesota has compiled a COVID-19 Response resource hub to inform the University community regarding the latest updates, vaccine and testing information, mask mandate protocols, and other information. 

Links to resources Minnesota residents may need given COVID-19, including worker support, child care support, education, financial assistance, food support, health care, housing support, mental health, safety, travel, and resources for older Minnesota residents and veterans. 

Latest information on CDC recommendations for domestic and international travel.

The latest guidance from the CDC on quarantine and isolation, including what to do if you were exposed to COVID-19 and are up-to-date on COVID-19 vaccinations. 

CDC Quarantine and Isolation Calculator: determine how long you need to isolate, quarantine, and other measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

If you are sick: 

1. Stay home except to get medical care

2. Get tested

3. Separate yourself from other people

4. Monitor your symptoms

5. Call ahead before visiting a doctor's office

6. If you are sick, wear a well-fitting mask

7. Cover your coughs and sneezes

8. Clean your hands often

9. Avoid sharing personal household items

10. Clean surfaces in your home regularly

Source: CDC

The latest information from the CDC on surges of COVID-19 cases from all variants, including Omicron. 

People with COVID-19 range in symptoms and severity. Symptoms may appear two to 14 days after exposure to the virus. While not exhaustive of all possible symptoms, people experiencing the following may have COVID-19:

• Fever or chills

• Cough

• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

• Fatigue

• Muscle or body aches

• Headache

• New loss of taste or smell

• Sore throat

• Congestion or runny nose

• Nausea or vomiting

• Diarrhea

The CDC created a Coronavirus Self-Checker to help people make decisions on when to seek testing and medical care. The tool is not intended for diagnosis or treatment of disease, including COVID-19.

COVID-19 Differences and Similarities

Source: CDC 

Nutritious U Food Pantry

Food Pantries MN

Bridge to Benefits

• Screening tool students can use to determine eligibility for a number of programs (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Emergency Cash Assistance, Energy Assistance, etc.) 

Food Supports across Minnesota

Health Services

All Boynton Health services and programs remain operational

• • The Boynton Health COVID-19 webpage will have up-to-date information, other Boynton pages may be outdated

Health Care Assistance

• Minnesota programs to help individuals and families seeking care.

Mental Health Services

• Mental health resources throughout Minnesota, including crisis lines for children and adults.

• Boynton Mental Health services

• Boynton Health Stress Check-Ins

Additional Wellness Resources @ UMN

• Mental health resources and counseling services throughout UMN. 

• Call the 24-hour crisis line at 612-301-4673 if you wish to talk to someone about a mental health crisis

• Text 'UMN' to 61222 for text counseling 24-hours a day

People at risk of abuse

• Minnesota's DayOne free and confidential crisis line for individuals experiencing domestic violence at 866-223-1111

• The University’s Aurora Center provides support for individuals impacted by sexual assault, relationship violence, and stalking

• The National Parent Helpline provides emotional support from trained advocates to support individuals in their parenting journey

Keeping active is not only crucial for your physical health, but also for your mental wellbeing; especially during social distancing and sheltering-in-place. 

UMN Recreation and Wellness

•  Virtual Fitness

Online Gym

• Orange Theory: free daily 30-minute at-home workout 

• Fitness Blender: filter option for over 600 free workout videos

• YouTube options: POPSUGAR fitness and The Fitness Marshall

  • Videos recommended by prior GAs: 45-minute cardio pilates total body workout & 25-minute pilates workout