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Cold-Weather Health Issues and Prevention 

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November 11, 2024

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As the leaves change color, and temperatures drop across the Utah valley, students need to be prepared for the physical health challenges that accompany the fall and winter seasons. Temperature drops often coincide with a rise in respiratory illnesses while common colds and flu tend to spread more rapidly as students congregate indoors. From sniffles […]

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Timely Care For Students

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November 4, 2024

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When it comes to health and wellness, college students have a lot on their plate. Things like College coursework and personal relationships must be balanced alongside financial stability while simultaneously trying to upkeep mental and physical health. The TimelyCare app is a resource that aims to help maintain that balance by making access to mental […]

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Reflection Through Food: Intuitive Takes on Fast-Food and Culture

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November 4, 2024

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Dietary needs of students are often met by on-campus resources since they provide accessible services while students go about their studies. Though programs like the UVU food pantry host events such as ‘Fresh Food Fridays’ and garden cooking classes, and the UVU Wellness program offers classes on intuitive eating, the most prominent of Utah Valley […]

Summer’s coming; Protect your skin 

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April 22, 2024

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With summer approaching, learn how to protect your skin from the sun’s dangerous UV rays.  As the semester comes to an end, the sounds of summer have been quickly rushing in. Summer is typically full of time spent in the sunlight. It is a wonderful time of year to recharge, get reconnected with nature, and […]

Prioritizing hydration this summer 

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April 22, 2024

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With summer quickly approaching, it is important to stay hydrated.  As the semester ends, summer activities are becoming more of a reality. Summertime can be very active, especially when spending time outdoors. This time of year  tends to be a carefree time with  fewer responsibilities and expectations. Even though this is a time used to […]

Let’s stay moving this Summer 

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April 22, 2024

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The weather is getting warmer, school semesters are ending, and students finally have free time. Don’t stay indoors, go outside instead and move the body. It’s the perfect time to go outside and enjoy the beautiful weather and sun while participating in fun activities.   Now that the weather is starting to warm up and […]

Stress reduction in preparation for finals week 

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April 8, 2024

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Follow these important tips to make the finals week experience more positive with less overall stress.  It’s that time of the semester again! Whether it is your first finals week or last finals week experience, there are a lot of strategies that individuals can put into practice today to ensure that this week goes as […]

Habits for healthy hair 

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March 5, 2024

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Maintaining hair health can have a huge positive impact on self-esteem and overall health.  Hair hygiene is extremely important and can have a major impact on overall health. Investing in hair care products that are both high quality and reputable can get expensive but it is important in getting hair as healthy as possible. The […]

Circadian rhythm: Becoming an early riser 

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March 5, 2024

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Students who prioritize regulating their circadian rhythm will experience important benefits in their physical and mental health and overall productivity levels.  As a student, it is difficult to juggle all the responsibilities expected such as schoolwork, extracurricular activities, religious responsibilities, social activities, and organizing finances. Sometimes it may feel as though there is not enough […]

Winter dehydration and how to fight it 

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February 23, 2024

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Recognizing the signs and symptoms of dehydration is a crucial part of overall health, especially in the dry Utah climate. By incorporating these hydration techniques, students can avoid the risk of dehydration this winter.  According to the Utah Hazard Mitigation Plan, Utah is currently the second driest state in the United States, right behind Nevada. […]