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UHS Staff Highlight: Karen Hughes, MPH
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Karen Hughes, MPH has worked as a health educator in Health Promotion at UHS since 2006. In her work she promotes cultural and personal norms that prioritize student and community wellness. Karen also manages two student programs, PartySafe@Cal and the Health Worker program (both currently accepting applications). She chooses to work in college health because she enjoys "working with and building the capacity of good, caring and smart people who in turn help others and collaborate to leave their communities better than they found them." Watch Karen's #TangTip video and view her full Staff Highlight feature online.
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Facebook Live with UHS' Medical Director and SHIP Manager
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Anna Harte & Bahar Navab |
On Tuesday, March 21, 6-6:30pm UHS Medical Director
Dr. Anna Harte and Student Health Insurance Plan manager
Bahar Navab will be
live on Cal Parent's Facebook account to answer all of your UHS questions. Tune in to the event, and feel free to leave your questions in the event comments section in advance.
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Health Worker Program Recruiting - Apply by Thursday, March 23
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Are you passionate about public health and helping your community? Do you live in campus housing? The Health Worker Program might be right for you!
Here's one reason Health Worker James loves the program:
"Developing professional skills. Last year, Health Workers helped thousands of students by conducting over 800 one-to-one peer health advising and referrals (including safer sex, first aid and self-care supplies). You can help your peers find the help that they need! In addition, you get to meet monthly with your community leaders to develop friendly and professional relationships."
More reasons you should apply
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Love Sexual Health? Apply for SHEP by Friday, March 24
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UHS' Sexual Health Education Program (SHEP) is currently accepting applications, due Friday, March 24. SHEP is a peer health education program dedicated to promoting sex positivity and harm reduction. SHEP students provide accurate, non-judgmental information about sexual health via individual appointments, group workshops, campus events, educational blogs and DeCal courses. Learn more about SHEP and find the application here under Sexual Health Education Program.
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Ask the Dietitian: Craving Candy
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Q: I eat way too much candy, especially during exams. What should I do when I have cravings?
A: Become a surfer. Dude - let me explain. The first step to becoming a surfer is to cut yourself some slack. Recognize that cravings are common, especially in stressful situations. For a complex set of reasons we don't fully understand, physical or emotional distress usually increases our desire for foods high in fat and/or sugar. Continue reading Toby's tips on how to manage cravings and recognize when it's really hunger.
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Meet LoveCafe@Cal Baristas
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Meet LoveCafe@Cal Baristas Angela and Simran! These are a couple of the friendly faces behind your favorite advice blog. Ask them (anonymously) your questions about love, relationships, friends, school and more.
Recently on the LoveCafe:
Q: "What exactly is a casual relationship?"
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Leading an Emotional Discussion
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One of the strengths of UC Berkeley is the engagement of students, faculty and staff in campus dialogue. At times these discussions can be emotionally charged and those leading the discussion are looking for guidance about how to support students who may be understandably distressed by the content. There cannot be a counseling presence at all of these events and moderators/leaders are often in the role of facilitating discussion and addressing emotions that arise. Read our
Suggestions for Leading an Emotional Discussion.
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Potential ACA Repeal & SHIP
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Many in our community are worried about the proposed repeal of ACA and how that may impact them and their families. The proposed repeal will not impact Berkeley SHIP's plan this year, nor in 2017-18. Berkeley is adding a few benefits next year, with a focus on protecting the robust benefits offered through Berkeley SHIP while maint
aining affordability of the plan.
Students who waived SHIP can submit a waiver reversal and join SHIP at any point in the semester in they ever lose coverage. Additionally, all eligible students are offered SHIP regardless of their immigration status.
Read more details on UHS' Statement on Potential Affordable Care Act (ACA) Repeal.
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During Spring Break most offices will be open with limited service Monday-Thursday, March 27-30 (last Urgent Care and CPS check-in at 4:30pm). The Tang center will be closed Friday-Sunday, March 31-April 2.
View our hours and see
After Hours Assistance for resources while Tang is closed.
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Going Abroad? Schedule Your Travel Clinic Appointment Now
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Schedule your travel care visit six to eight weeks before departure when possible. Schedule online via eTang, call (510) 643-7177 or stop by the Specialty reception desk, first floor of Tang. Learn more about the
International Travel Clinic.
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Schedule STI Screening Without an Appointment
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Did you know you can request testing for chlamydia, gonorrhea and HIV without a medical visit through the eTang portal? Self-directed testing does not test for all STIs, and may not be right for everyone, depending on your sexual practices. Be informed, and take a moment to review the process:
Self-Directed STI Screening.
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Next month the
Pet Hugs pack
will be out on Sproul Tuesday, April 4, 12-1pm. Stay tuned to our
Facebook page
for a list of which dogs will be attending next month.
Save the date for RRR week Pet Hugs Tuesday, May 2 and Wednesday, May 3.
Can't wait? Check out the therapy dogs in
our album
from the March 7 event.
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