Upcoming Events
Free Yoga Class
Thursday, September 27 ~ 8:00 - 9:00pm ~ Usdan 108
Join in this free yoga class, taught by
Lillian Siegel '08. A small number of
sticky mats will be available on a first-come, first-served basis or
bring your own. Stay around for a drink at the juice bar in the Cafe
immediately afterwards! Sponsored by Usdan Center Activities Board (UCAB).
Flu Vaccine Clinic for Students
Monday, October 29, 2007 from 12:00 - 4:00pm AND
Tuesday, October 30, 2007 from 4:00 - 7:00pm
Usdan University Center, Room 108
Fee: $35 (cash, check or bill to student account)
Click here for complete details and to download the Influenza
Immunization Permission form.
Sponsored
by Health Services
and Human Resources.
Involvement Opportunities
Take Back the Night Pre-Forum Facilitators Needed
The Take Back the Night Planning Committee is seeking discussion
leaders for pre-forums on sexual assault, partner abuse and
relationship violence in the days leading up to the TBTN march on
October 25. They are especially looking for queer students, students
of color and men. If you are interested in facilitating a pre-forum
discussion, or can suggest someone who would be a great contributor,
please contact Arielle Linsky at
linsky.arielle@gmail.com
for details.
Announcements
Weight Watchers for Students
10-Week Series for cost of $127 per person, tentatively beginning
October 4, 2007. Minimum of 15 pre-paid participants needed! Call
Becky Gagnon at 860.685.3143 to sign up. Sponsored by the
Office of Behavioral Health.
Tips for a Healthier You
Hand sanitizer dispensers in Wes computer labs
Computer keyboards can be one of the most germ-infested surfaces we
come in contact with on a daily basis, especially in computing labs.
In an effort to reduce the transmission of infectious diseases on
campus, Health Services, WesWELL, the Student Health Advisory
Committee (SHAC) and the Business Continuity Planning Committee
collaborated to have hand sanitizer dispensers installed in or near
the computing labs on campus. Look for them next time you are in a
lab!
Birth Control Pill FAQ: Benefits, risks and choices
The Mayo Clinic offers a FAQ about the various types of birth
control pills, including those that eliminate your period. Check it
out whether you are considering starting the pill, are currently on
it, or are just interested in learning more about this commonly used
form of hormonal contraception.
Subtle Racism Harasses Brain
According to a recent Princeton psychological study reported on
WebMD, subtle racism interferes with the mental functioning of
African-Americans even more than overt racism does.
Out & About on the Web: Credible
health resources to add to your Favorites
This week's feature:
Health A to Z
HealthAtoZ.com is a comprehensive, well-integrated health and
medical resource developed by health care professionals.
HealthAtoZ.com offers:
- Free, personalized health management programs and medical
information created by HealthAtoZ's staff and leading health care
professionals.
- Interactive tools such as the HealthAtoZ E-Health Dashboard, a
personal page that tailors the individual delivery of health
information, tools and features according to a profile generated
by personal interests and a health risk appraisal.
- A secure and private online personal health record where users
can store vital medical information for emergencies and schedule
e-mail reminders about refilling prescriptions, recommended
immunization schedules and check-ups.
Inspiration!
“Real integrity is doing the right thing, knowing that nobody’s
going to know whether you did it or not.” - Oprah Winfrey
A Healthy Dose of Info on...Nutrition
Tips from Bon Appetit
Balance, Variety, and Well Being. All very important principles
that keep our mind and body focused on the ultimate goal: Success.
But how do you juggle classes, meetings, studying, and friends
while trying to maintain a healthy you? The number one way to keep
a healthy peace within your body is to fuel it with nutrients that
will give you the energy and strength to withstand all of the
elements of College Life! Your body is your vehicle – take pride
in nourishing it properly. Get a Balance of ‘healthy’ and ‘fun’
foods, a Variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, and maintain a
healthy Well Being; by sleeping 7-8 hours a night and 30 minutes
of physical activity a day.
Bon Appetit offers the services
of a nutritionist to interested students. For more information or
to set up an appointment, please contact: Missy Davis, Dietitian for Bon Appétit at
Wesleyan,
(860) 685-3615 (ext 3615) or
mdavis01@wesleyan.edu
For more information on Wesleyan's health offices, visit:
WesWELL, Office of
Health Education
Health
Services
Office of Behavioral
Health for Students
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your event's name, time, date, location, contact information for
questions, and a description to
lcurrie@wesleyan.edu for the
following Wednesday's edition of HealthierU.
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Health Education at Wesleyan University.
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