Health News Wrap-up
May 2nd, 2012 by Sarah Beckman
With the beginning of fall coming, look for some good comfort foods to be made healthy.
With the weather looking to warm up and a high tree pollen count, many students find themselves in the midst of allergy season and suffering from hay fever. Besides eating fruits and vegetables and drinking plenty of liquids, students can also get over-the-counter medications at the Student Health Services pharmacy for a reduced price. The pharmacy carries a wide selection of medicines, and if student run out of their prescribed allergy prescription, they can have it filled for a fraction of the cost that a local pharmacy such as CVS or Walgreens would charge. For more information about allergy medications and staying healthy during this time of the year, visit the Student Health Services website.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and the ISU Health Promotion and Wellness Department is providing numerous programs and services to help spread information about the end to sexual violence. Besides offering students free and confidential programs, the department will host a Self-Defense Class tomorrow night at Watterson Dining Center beginning at 7pm. At this free event, students will learn how to use physical and verbal skills in simulated attack scenarios. For more information about sexual assault, visit the Student Counseling Services website.
As April gets into full swing, more and more students are taking their workouts outdoors. (more…)
Valentine’s Day is less than a week away, but for many college couples and friendships, conflicts still arise despite similarities and mutual attraction. The ISU Health Promotion Wellness office is urging students who are in any type of relationship, such as with a teacher, friend, co-worker, or significant other to seek ways to deal with tough problems. To learn more information about relationships and conflict resolution, visit the Health Promotion and Wellness department online, or stop by the office in McCormick Hall, room 187.