Healthy Buffs is aÌýseries 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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10 tips to test and tweak your mask

March 11, 2021

How can you tell if your mask is working to trap infectious aerosols as well as larger droplets? And how can you spruce it up if it’s not? We’ve got you covered.

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Quiz: Do you know how to stay safe when drinking?

March 9, 2021

If you choose to use alcohol or other substances, do you know ways to stay safe? Are you familiar with campus resources and policies? Test your knowledge with this interactive, anonymous quiz.

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Ideas for socializing safely

March 3, 2021

Whether you like to spend your free time in the great outdoors, gaming, sinking into a good book or crafting, here are some ways to make (and keep) friends in the age of physical distancing and increased precautions.

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Explore the Flatirons with these hiking tips

March 1, 2021

babyÖ±²¥app winters are generally mild, and there may be some great days for a winter hike. Learn fun facts on how the Flatirons came to be and tips on how to stay safe on your hiking adventures.

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5 essentials for a healthy relationship

Feb. 16, 2021

Whether you’ve been in a relationship before or not, here are a few things that are essential for a healthy relationship.

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4 surprisingly simple ways to manage stress

Feb. 9, 2021

As we approach mid-semester, you may begin to feel the stresses of an increased workload and additional responsibilities outside of school. Here are four simple ways you can manage stress.

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4 practical tips for dating during a pandemic

Feb. 4, 2021

Dating can be challenging under normal circumstances, but during a pandemic, it can be extra tricky. Whether you’re just dipping your toes in the water or looking for a long-term relationship, here are a few tips to help you navigate dating in a pandemic.

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5 ways to practice self-care while studying for midterms

Feb. 1, 2021

As we gear up for midterms, it’s important to remember to take care of ourselves and make sure we’re meeting our needs. Here are a few ways to practice self-care that may just improve your studying, too.

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3 things you can do to make it through winter

Jan. 26, 2021

The spring semester has officially begun, but it still feels like winter outside. Here are three things you can do to make it through the remaining winter months.

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How to be a Buff: Protect our Herd

Jan. 20, 2021

We are excited to welcome our new and returning Buffs for the spring semester! Whether you’re in Boulder or studying remotely, being a Buff means being part of the CU Boulder community. Being part of this community means looking out for one another.

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