Healthy Buffs is aÌıseries developed by Health and Wellness Services with tips and information on a variety of health topics important to the campus community.

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5 things to do after unprotected sex

Nov. 5, 2024

In the heat of the moment, practicing safer sex habits might not be the first thing on your mind. Here are some things to do after having unprotected sex.

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6 tips to help you fall back into standard time

Oct. 29, 2024

While our phones may automatically update for the end of daylight saving time, our bodies aren’t always as quick to adapt. Here are six tips to help you fall back into standard time this weekend.

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Tips for staying healthy (and what to do if you get sick)

Oct. 25, 2024

The semester is in full swing, and so are illnesses like the flu, common cold and COVID. Students, babyÖ±²¥app and staff can follow these tips to stay healthy and learn what to do if you end up getting sick.

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5 reasons to attend the Health & Wellness Summit

Oct. 25, 2024

Faculty and staff are invited to attend the Health & Wellness Summit Nov. 12–13 for engaging presentations to support well-being at work and at home.

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4 ways to cope if you feel overwhelmed by current events

Oct. 25, 2024

Social media can be a place to connect. However, it can also make it hard to disconnect from distressing things happening around the world. Here are some tips you can use.

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5 things everyone should know about consent

Oct. 22, 2024

Learn what consent really means, why it's so important and how to practice it in your own relationships.

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7 pro tips to prepare for ski season

Oct. 15, 2024

Snow is just around the corner, and that means it’s almost time to hit the slopes. Here are seven pro tips to help you prepare for ski and snowboard season.

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6 things everyone should know about study drugs

Oct. 14, 2024

As we prepare for exams and projects, it may be tempting for some to use “study drugs†to try and get ahead. If you choose to use substances to prepare or cope, here are a few things you should know.

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Top health concerns for college students (and what to do about them)

Sept. 30, 2024

Health issues are more common than you may think among college students. Here are some of the most common health concerns you may experience in college and what you can do about them.

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6 signs of depression you shouldn’t ignore

Sept. 30, 2024

Watching someone struggle with their mental health can be difficult. Here are some common symptoms of depression and ways to help a loved one who may be struggling.

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